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 ...

From a wire trellis wall to the Florida weave trellis, there are many trellis options to consider, and the best choice for you depends on a few key factors.

Learn how to make a garden teepee using tall, straight supports – lightweight aluminum or PVC pipes, hazel poles, or long bamboo canes for a simple pole beans trellis. Choose a spot that receives at ...

When it's time to purchase seeds for your spring garden, you'll likely be presented with a huge variety to choose from. Even if you're just trying to grow a few bean plants, the selection can be ...

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 ...

Hello Mid-Ohio Valley farmers and gardeners! This week I want to talk about an Appalachian favorite, the pole bean. This vegetable has been widely grown in home gardens across our area for hundreds of ...

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 ...