Medically reviewed by Kierra Brown, RD Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris L.) are the most widely consumed legumes worldwide. They are ...

At the end of April sow a single bean seed, 4cm (1.5in) deep, in a 7.5cm (3in) pot filled with multi-purpose ... Seedlings will be ready to plant out after about three weeks.

To grow a bean in cotton wool, you will need: Bean Seeds: Common choices include kidney beans, lima beans, or runner beans.

Pole Type: These lima beans grow on a climbing plant. The beans are typically larger and take a ... To Quick-Soak: Place the sorted, washed beans in a pot and add 2-3 cups of water per cup of beans.

Sow one per 7cm (3in) pot filled with multi-purpose compost ... As soon as young beans appear at the base of the plant it's time to 'pinch out' the growing tips. Go to the very top of the plant ...