Q: I grew pole beans up a wooden trellis last summer, but the whole thing blew over in a wind storm. Is there a better way to grow climbing beans? A: Sounds like you just need a sturdier trellis -- or ...

For our project, we’re using 8 foot long bamboo canes, and making the structure about three feet wide. A wide, tall structure can make a fun den for kids to play in. Use a garbage can lid or similar ...

Growing plants on trellises, pergolas, fences, and other vertical structures adds a whimsical beauty to gardens. But this practice has practical benefits that go beyond aesthetic appeal. Trellising ...

Beginning gardeners often ask me, "Which beans should I grow, bush or pole?" Here's what to consider in deciding. First, let's distinguish between runner beans (Phaseolus coccineus) and common garden ...

Amanda Blum is a freelancer who writes about smart home technology, gardening, and food preservation. Previously, Amanda has worked as a technology strategist specializing in problem solving and ...

Pole lima beans are a local staple for any Delawarean. If you want to get in on the action, now is the time to get your trellises ready (Delaware residency not required)! Pole limas have a long ...

We regularly drove past a beautiful garden. I was fascinated with the tripod forms supporting plants. I later learned they’re pole beans. So neatly placed and obediently growing on those forms, they ...

Perhaps the biggest challenge in growing beans is deciding which ones to plant! Many people love to grow green beans (also called snap beans, and they come in a variety of colors besides green) to be ...