Runner beans and French beans
One way of dividing beans is according to their habit. Runner beans need - hence the name - a pole to grow because they climb. They therefore grow a little higher than French beans and develop tendril shoots. French beans, on the other hand, grow bush-shaped on the ground and do not need any climbing aid.
You will find delicious runner beans here, You will receive variety recommendations for French beans here.
also read
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- Growing beans: a guide
- White, red and purple bean blooms
Differentiate bean types according to genera
All types of beans belong to the family of butterflies, which can also be recognized by their beautiful flowers. Furthermore, all types of beans have in common that they belong to the legumes, which makes them so protein-rich and healthy for us. Then, however, three different genera can be distinguished:
- Phaseolus (genus of New World beans)
- Vigna (genus of ancient beans)
- Vicia (no beans at all, actually vetch)
Phaseolus
The genus Phaseolus is most common in our home gardens, because it includes the French bean (Phaseolus coccineus) and the common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris).
Vigna
One type of bean known to us falls into this genus: the cowpea, also known as the cow bean.
Vicia
Although it belongs to the vetch, it is traded and eaten as a bean: the field bean (Vicia faba). It has many names such as broad bean, broad bean or broad bean and is grown primarily for fodder.
Delicious types of beans
No matter what distinction, we recommend these delicious types of beans for growing in the garden:
Fire bean
The fire bean owes its name to its fiery red flowers. It belongs to the runner beans and is a real feast for the eyes. The dry seeds are also of a beautiful, deep red color. However, you can also harvest the pods green and boil them.
Wax bean
The wax bean has golden yellow pods and tastes buttery soft. They are available in both runner and bush beans.
Soybean
The soybean has fallen into disrepute due to the genetic modification. Nevertheless, you can find good organic seeds online and grow delicious soy beans. Harvest the green beans and eat the cooked young edamames with just a little salt for a special taste experience.
Angel bean
The angel bean is a white-flowering variety of pole bean with a small angel on the seeds. Look for yourself!
