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- Q.Small Plants Setting Flowers And Fruits - I have a vegetable garden in my backyard and on my patio. I am noticing that the plants which are ...
- Q.Green Beans - I have had a lot of trouble growing the green bean. This year I used an inoculant and have had ...
- Q.Why Do The Beans Form On Plant But Stop Growing? - The green beans form small beans but stay that size. They are not growing bigger even after a week or ...
- Q.Using Refrigerated Green Beans For Seeds - I save seeds every year from my green beans. This year I had them drying out in a box in ...
- Q.Green Bean Seed Harvesting - I picked many green beans before knowing that I should let them dry on the vine to harvest the seeds ...
- Q.Pesticide Killing Plants? - I sprayed pesticide on my green beans around 10am this morning and I went out around 7pm and they look ...
- Q.Growing Green Beans - I planted Top Crop green beans last year and hardly any plants came up. Is there a way to check ...
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Anonymous on
July 31, 2015Q.Small plants setting flowers and fruits
I have a vegetable garden in my backyard and on my patio. I am noticing that the plants which are on my patio (containers) have started producing flowers and fruits. For example, my green beans plants are about 8-9 inches tall, and my cucumber and my squash plants are about 6 inches tall. The green beans have tiny beans on them, and the squash plant is flowering. I am wondering if they will produce more fruits, since they are tiny, and I don't see any other area (length) where more flowers/fruits can grow. What should I do?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 1, 2015A.You are doing just fine.
Your plants are growing and forming flowers, the plants will continue to grow throughout the growing season.Was this answer useful?00
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Anonymous on
August 4, 2015Q.Green beans
I have had a lot of trouble growing the green bean. This year I used an inoculant and have had a little better luck. I have read beans do better in slightly acid soil, 6.5 or so. I tested my soil before planting and it was between 7 7.5. Could this have that much effect and, if so, would adding a bit of sulfur powder to my soil be an answer?
Answered by
Nikki on
August 5, 2015
Certified ExpertA.Yes, growing plants in the appropriate soil conditions can make all the difference. This article will help with lowering the acidity in your soil if this is, in fact, the problem: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/lower-acid-soil.htm
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Sneer58 on
August 8, 2015
S. E. KansasQ.Why do the Beans form on plant but stop growing?
The green beans form small beans but stay that size. They are not growing bigger even after a week or more. They eventually turn yellow and die.
- Answered by
Nikki on
August 10, 2015
Certified ExpertA.This can be attributed to a number of things, such as poor pollination, irregular watering, or the use of nitrogen fertilizer. A lack of pollinators can cause beans plants too produce less or develop poorly. Plants also need additional watering once they begin blooming. Since these are nitrogen-fixing plants, they do not need fertilizer, with exception to a side dressing of compost, if desired. An abundance of nitrogen will cause little to no flowering and poor pod development - adding some bone meal (phosphorus) can help offset high nitrogen content and encourage flowering/pod growth.
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Anonymous on
August 20, 2015Q.using refrigerated green beans for seeds
I save seeds every year from my green beans. This year I had them drying out in a box in the garage when my husband found them. Thinking he was doing me a favor, he put them in the fridge in the garage. I didn't find them till a couple of days later. Can they still be used for seed, and if so, should I remove them right away or try letting them dry? I'm afraid if I let them dry in their present state, they will mildew and mold.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
August 21, 2015A.They should be fine. As long as your fridge is kept at a normal temperature (nothing freezes in it), they are okay. As a matter of fact, storing seeds in the fridge often can help increase their viability so that they can be viable for many years.
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Karengrows on
September 21, 2015
Kirkland Lake, OntarioQ.Green bean seed harvesting
I picked many green beans before knowing that I should let them dry on the vine to harvest the seeds for next year. Will these seeds, once dry, still be likely to be viable? They are very large and still in the pods.
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
September 23, 2015A.They may still be viable but likely would have a lower germination rate.
It is best to let them dry on the vine to store energy.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/beans/harvesting-bean-seeds.htm
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Stephiep23 on
April 12, 2016
95626Q.Pesticide killing plants?
I sprayed pesticide on my green beans around 10am this morning and I went out around 7pm and they look to be wilting... Is there a way to save them? Please help!
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 13, 2016A.You can try washing the leaves and plants.
I would recommend removing these plants and starting over.
If you need to spray your plants for insects, Neem Oil is a safe organic product.
It is safe for people, pets and bees.
Here are some articles for you.When using pesticides make sure you follow the application directions and apply in the safest manner.
Make sure the chemical you used can be applied to edible plants.
http://www.ipm.ucdavis.edu/PMG/PESTNOTES/pn74126.html
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/plant-problems/pests/pesticides/neem-oil-uses.htm
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Kimmhood on
April 26, 2016
Trafalgar IN 46181Q.Growing green beans
I planted Top Crop green beans last year and hardly any plants came up. Is there a way to check the beans before I plant them to know if they will grow?
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
April 28, 2016A.Did you save your own seeds or purchase new seeds?
The percentage rate for seed germination can vary depending on the quality of the seed and the planting, environment and general overall care.
Here are some links that will help you with this year's planting!https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/vegetables/beans/tips-for-growing-beans.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/seeds/planting-old-seeds.htm
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