How tall do broad beans grow?
Broad beans, also known as broad beans, field beans, fava beans or broad beans, grow to a height of only 50 to 100 cm maximum 100 centimeters. They don't get any taller than a meter. They have a relatively thick stem that ensures stability.
Do broad beans need a climbing aid?
Because of the low and stable growth, broad beans usually require no climbing aid. In order to protect them from tipping over in strong winds or rain, a climbing aid can still be useful. No climbing aid is required in sheltered locations.
Which climbing aids can be used for broad beans?
As a climbing aid, you can use the same as with peas branches use from the garden. Bamboo sticks are also well suited, as are chain link fences or a trellis. Alternatively, you can stretch a rope for the broad beans to lean on.
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Broad beans as a natural climbing aid for neighboring beds
Due to their stability, broad beans can serve as climbing aids for other climbing, less stable plants. If they, for example, peas than
Neighbors plant next to the broad beans, they will cling to the stalks of the beans with their climbing tendrils.
