French beans are delicious in taste
and very easy to grow in pots or grow bags. You can grow French beans both
indoors and outdoors year-round. The French bean pods are long, thin, tender,
crispy, and rich in protein and dietary fiber. In this information, you can
learn how to grow French beans from seeds and when to grow French beans also
know about French beans germination time and the best soil and temperature for
beans. Start growing French beans and buy the best quality seeds at the best
price in India from www.storeflix.in with a good germination
rate.
About
this item
- Number of French Beans Seeds: 15 Seeds
- Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
- Sowing season: Throughout the year
- Mode of sowing: Sow the seeds 0.5-1 inch deep in a
Container, or Pot.
- Germination Time: 4 to 14 days from sowing
- Germination temperature: 18°C to 24°C
- Harvesting: 45 to 50 Days
- Plant vigor: Strong plant
What
size grow bag is best for French Beans?
French
Beans Plant Growing Season In India
You can grow French beans throughout
the year. For better results of French beans, sow seeds in the month of
January- February, July- September in the plain, and March-June in the hills.
How
To Grow French beans
The direct sowing method is best for
planting French beans. They are perfect to grow in any pot or grow bag
that should be about 15-24 inches (width and height). French beans grow fast in
warm and bright conditions and need regular watering especially when plants
start to flower and form pods. Make sure that the seedling should receive
adequate indirect sunlight if you planted the seedling indoors. French bean
seeds germinate fast in temperatures between 15-24°C.
French
Beans Seed Sowing Method
French bean seeds should be sown
directly rather than transplanted. Select a pot or grow bag and fill them with
a sowing medium (potting mix).
Sown 1-2 French beans seeds per pot about 1 inch deep in the soil at a distance
of 2-3 inches from each seed. Give deep water to your French bean pots every
day by using a watering can
and make sure that French beans get water in the form of the shower, not by a
single flow. Keep the pot in a sunny location for seeds to germinate. French
bean seeds will be germinated in 7-14 days (depending on climate, temperature,
or if other factors go well).
How
To Fertilize Plant French beans
French beans do not require many
feeds as they act as nitrogen fixation. Apply any organic fertilizer (vermicompost,
neem cake, mustard cake,
etc) after 25-30 days from planting, to get the healthy pods.
French
Beans Plant Care Tips
Water – French beans are thirsty plants and grow fast when they get
water regularly. Keep the soil moist and give water when you feel the soil
becomes dry.
Soil – French beans grow best in good drainage and fertile soil
with organic manure.
Sunlight – French beans love a warm climate and it needs 6-8 hours of
full sunlight.
Temperature – The ideal temperature for growing French beans is from
10-27°C. If the temperature is more than 35°C then the flowers may drop.
Common Pests and Disease – French bean plant is infected by black bean aphids, slugs,
and snails, for avoiding these pests use neem oil
spray. And if you’re facing a problem with birds that eat buds, leaves, fruits,
or vegetables, protect the plants by covering them with netting.
Weeding – Keep plants weed-free, weeding should be done regularly.
How
to Harvest French Beans
- You can harvest French beans within 45-65 days from
sowing.
- Start to pick the pots when they are 4 inches long with
the help of a sharp knife or scissor.
- The right time to cut the French beans is when they are
medium-sized with firm pods.
- Do not pull the beans strongly from the vines because
it will damage the plant.
- French beans can harvest for several weeks.
French
Beans Plant Flowering Time
Beans will start flowering within
30-35 days from seed sowing. Beans pollinate themselves so, no need for any
special treatment.
French
Beans Special Features
- Common name – snap bean, string beans, Green beans
- Scientific name – Phaseolus vulgaris
- Height – 5 to 7 feet
- Flower color – White
- Level of growing – Easy
FAQ
How
much sun do French beans need?
French bean plants prefer 6-8 hours
of full sunlight.
Why
is my French bean not growing well?
French bean plants will not grow if
the soil is too warm or too wet and lack of moisture at the roots is the other
main reason behind beans not growing well.
Why
are my French bean seeds not germinating?
French bean seeds will not germinate
because of improper growing conditions like not getting enough sunlight, sowing
seeds too deep in the soil, over-watering or under-watering.
Why
is my French bean getting wilting?
Overwatering is the main reason
behind wilting; so avoid overwatering and keep the soil moist.
