After harvesting the sugar snap peas at the Veggie-Bed for the season, we removed them from the trellis and added organic compost to the soil. We are now planting pole beans in their place. Pole beans typically do not need much additional nutrients as they can capture nitrogen from the air through their leaves.
We plant the pole bean seeds directly outside in a sunny area with well-drained soil. The seeds are planted 3 inches apart in a row covered with 1 inch of soil with a 6-foot trellis for support, and seedlings will emerge in 10-14 days.
We make sure to keep the beans consistently moist, especially during dry periods, and avoid wetting the foliage to prevent diseases. Beans generally require about 1 inch of rain per week.
One of the great things about pole beans is that they continue to produce for about a month, which makes them a valuable addition to our garden. We make sure to keep picking the beans for a continuous harvest. When we want to use them fresh, we harvest the pods when they are well-filled. When we want to harvest dry beans, we allow the mature pods to partially dry on the vine, and then fully dry them in a warm, dry place.
So, after removing the sugar snap peas, we planted pole beans, which require minimal additional nutrients and we ensure the beans are kept consistently moist.
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