Kitchen Garden

A BEAN FOR EVERY GARDEN

FRENCH BEANS GET GROWING

French beans, the unsung heroes of the vegetable world, are a practical choice for any gardener who is looking to maximise their space and enjoy a tasty crop during the summer months. Also known as ‘green beans’ or ‘string beans’ (even though the more modern ones are completely stringless), they can be found in pretty much every allotment and back garden, in one form or another.

As straightforward as they are versatile, these beans come in two forms: the lofty climbers and the compact dwarfs. Climbers will need the support of canes or netting and will reward you with a steady supply of beans over several months, while dwarf varieties are perfect for squeezing

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