Tag: Runner Beans

These beans cannot be eaten raw. To prepare the shucked beans for eating, first soak the dried beans in cold water for 12 hours. They are then cooked for approximately 2 hours, or until tender. Beans harvested in autumn do not need be soaked and are soft and cooked in about 30 minutes. How are […]

Five of the best runner beans to grow ‘Scarlet Emperor’ ‘Painted Lady’ ‘Red Rum’ ‘White Lady’ ‘Polestar’ Which varieties of runner beans are stringless? Runner Bean ‘Galaxy’ (Stringless) is a reliable, high quality, purple seeded variety that provides exceptional yields of long and very smooth, stringless pods with excellent flavour and texture. It shows good […]

Thus, while eating small amounts of raw green beans may be safe, it’s best to avoid them to prevent any potential toxicity. Raw green beans contain lectins, which may trigger symptoms like nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, or bloating. As such, you shouldn’t eat them raw. Can runner beans make you sick? Raw runner beans, as do […]

it is generally better to move beans to a new location each year. Diseases and pests build up in the soil and can reduce production. With that said, I’ve grown beans in the same location two years in a row with no more problems than usual. Can you grow runner beans in same spot? Absolutely […]

Peas, French beans, runner beans and other legumes, however, do not need to be rotated and can be grown in the same plot for several years without problem. On the other hand, some people like to rotate their bean plants, because legumes store nitrogen in their roots and these nutrients are beneficial to other plants. […]

Runner beans are one of the most productive and pretty crops for containers – and an excellent choice for small spaces. Growing runner beans in pots is not difficult. They are one of the best crops for containers. You can get runners with orange or white flowers. How deep do pots need to be for […]

Snails and Slugs – Barrier controls An easy and successful method of keeping slugs, snails from the runner beans growing in the raised beds has been to fix copper tape around the sides of the raised vegetable bed. This is particularly useful when the raised beds have been built against a fence or garden wall. […]

Wait to plant green beans until the soil temperature is between 60 and 75 F. (16-24 C.) Choose a sunny location and water your plants well. Proper care is often all it takes to stimulate bean flowers. Why haven’t I got flowers on my runner beans? Lack of moisture at the roots. Poor soil or […]

Usually curling leaves is a response to physiological problems such as too hot, too cold, too wet. Alternatively, it could be damage from sucking insects such as aphids, look on the underside of the leaf and see if you can find any insects that could be causing the damage. Why are beans curling? Curly beans […]

Lack of moisture at the roots. Poor soil or growing conditions, such as acid soils below pH 6.5, pest or disease problems, frost damage, lack of nutrients or organic matter. Lack of pollinating insects, perhaps because of cold, wet or windy weather. Why are my runner beans curling instead of growing straight? Usually curling leaves […]

The best way to slice runner beans is on the diagonal, into 1-2cm width pieces. This gives decent size pieces that also look professionally prepped. Lay the bean flat, angle your knife, and slice diagonally. Whatever width you choose, make sure you’re consistent with it, so the beans cook evenly. Do you cut the ends […]

about 5-8 mins.. How to cook runner beans: boil. Bring a small pan of salted water to a boil. Add the prepared beans and cook until tender, this should take about 5-8 mins. Drain. How long do beans take to boil? Place beans in a large pot; cover with fresh water and bring to a […]

If you can’t find flat runner beans, use any color snap, wax, or French beans and reduce the cooking time. What can I use instead of green beans? Green peas have a similar flavor to green beans and make an excellent replacement in any dish that calls for green beans. These can also be used […]

Yes, your pooch can eat runner beans as long as they are cooked thoroughly, served plain, and cut up into bitesize pieces. Cooking is essential when serving runner beans for your pooch because raw runner beans contain lectin. Can dogs eat green runner beans? Are Green Beans Safe for Dogs? Chopped, steamed, raw, or canned […]

Climbing beans are tall, viny plants that grow upwards off the ground by twisting round any support that the vines can find. Prized for their tender, fleshy pods, the two most popular types are runner beans (the first choice among British gardeners) and French beans (which are not French at all). Are Climbing beans the […]

Runner beans, whilst quite low in calories, are loaded with nutrients. Green beans are an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin K and manganese. Plus green beans are very good source of vitamin A (notably through their concentration of carotenoids including beta-carotene), dietary fibre, potassium, folate, and iron. How good are runner beans for you? […]

What to do with surplus runner beans Freeze. It seems obvious, but runner beans do freeze really well. Dry. Some folk think us Brits are daft for eating runner bean pods – they’re far more interested in the pink or white beans inside. Pickle. The best runner bean chutney recipe. What can I do with […]

All beans are at their peak when freshly picked with tender young pods. One reason beans are fibrous, tough, and stringy may simply be that they are picked past their prime. Pod diameter, NOT length is the best indicator for harvesting beans, and freshness can be confirmed by an audible snap when the bean is […]

They have a lovely flavour, a little meaty, like butter beans, but perfect for hearty winter dishes such as soups and stews. You can eat them fresh or dried (but never raw as they contain toxins which are broken down only by cooking). It’s a peculiarly British thing to eat the pods. What’s the difference […]

Green beans are full of fiber, which is an important nutrient for many reasons. Soluble fiber, in particular, may help to improve the health of your heart by lowering your LDL cholesterol (bad cholesterol) levels. The fiber in green beans helps to keep your digestive system healthy and running smoothly. What are the benefits of […]