The first decision in growing lima bean plants is to decide what type you want to grow, bush or pole varieties. Bush cultivars grow 1-2 feet in height and width and are ready to harvest earlier.

Remember that fairy tale about Jack and the Beanstalk? It’s probably the most famous example of “growing up” or vertical gardening. Pole beans flourish as they weave their way up a cattle panel, ...

Even if you're just trying to grow a few bean plants, the selection can be overwhelming. You might notice that some are labeled as bush beans and others as pole beans. You're probably wondering ...

Bush Type: These lima beans grow on lower-growing bushes. The beans are typically smaller and mature faster. Pole Type: These lima beans grow on a climbing plant. The beans are typically larger and ...

“Growing up” expands your garden’s potential ... They are ideal for Red Malabar spinach, pole beans, peas, acorn squash, and “trombone” zucchini. Derek Fell recommends Dragon’s Head ...

A classic example of this type of companion planting is the so-called “three sisters” planted together by Native Americans. Corn, pole beans, and squash were planted together, with corn providing ...