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Growing Dwarf or Runner Beans

Runner Beans in full growth in root trainer cells

When do I sow them? April to July.

You will need:

• Dwarf Bean or Runner Bean Seeds,
• Root Trainers, or Pots,
• Seed Tray,
• Plastic Propagator lid (optional – quicker germination with it)
• Multi-Purpose Compost,
• A Dibber,
• A Watering Can.

Instructions:

1. Fill up your root trainers with multi-purpose compost and bang on hard surface to settle contents.
2. Lightly water soil.
3. Use a dibber to make a hole 2 inches deep.
4. Put one bean seed into each hole.
5. Cover up the hole with multipurpose compost.
6. Label your seeds with plant labels.
7. Water and put on propagator lid. Put in mini greenhouse and monitor progress.

How To Grow Dwarf Beans from Seed – Video Slide-Show

Other How To Guides you may be interested in:

• Building a Wigwam Cane Support for Runner Beans.
• Transplanting Dwarf and Runner Bean Seedlings into the ground.