Planting dry beans into spring cover crops could be a measure to protect young plants from damaging weather conditions like wind or hail. Dry beans are susceptible to damage from wind and other ...

Planting edible beans into winter rye has environmental and potential yield benefits, a North Dakota State University Extension study said. The rye reduces soil erosion, suppresses weeds and soaks up ...

Question: In our family garden we have grown many types of beans. For the first time this year we’re growing beans that can be dried for long-term storage. We would appreciate any information you can ...

Question: I would like to try growing fava beans but don’t know much about them. I’ve only grown scarlet runner beans in the past. Can you offer some tips? Answer: Sure! Fava beans can be a wonderful ...

From dry beans to chickpeas and lentils, oftentimes home growers do not consider the potential to grow their own pulses. Elizabeth has worked since 2010 as a writer and consultant covering gardening, ...