Broad beans
Vicia faba
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Likes: Sunny, sheltered spot. Rich, free-draining soil
Avoid: Planting in wet soil
Other: Support with string between stakes. Pinch out tips when pods start forming
French beans
Phaseolus vulgaris
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Likes: Sunny site. Rich, well-drained soil
Avoid: Frost
Other: Support climbers with stakes
Runner beans
Phaseolus coccineus
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Likes: Sunny, sheltered spot. Tall, strong supports. Plenty of water
Avoid: Frost
Other: Nip off growing tip when reached top of support. Harvest regularly
Peas
Pisum sativum
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Likes: Warm, sheltered site. Rich, well-drained soil
Avoid: Sowing in cold/wet soil
Other: Support With strong netting between stakes