Butterbeans Blooms but No Beans???

Question

I am in southwest GA. My butterbeans are healthy looking, have bloomed their hearts out, and are still full of blooms but I haven’t had any beans. What am I doing wrong? I have grown beans before but never had this problem.

Answer 1

This can happen if pollination is disrupted, which happens if the pollinators are kept from the plants. Bad weather, insecticide, and heat are what can keep bees and other insects from pollinating your garden. This article may help: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/beneficial/insect-pollination-process.htm