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How To Grow French Beans In Containers [Container Gardening ]
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How To Grow French Beans In Containers [Container Gardening ]



Growing French beans in containers is a rewarding and straightforward way to enjoy fresh produce, even in small spaces. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:

Choose the Right Container: Select a container with good drainage holes at the bottom. Aim for a pot that is at least 12 inches (30 cm) in depth and width to allow the beans’ roots to develop properly.

Select the Soil: Use a well-draining, nutrient-rich potting mix. You can enhance it by mixing in compost or well-rotted manure to provide additional nutrients.

Pick the Variety: Opt for dwarf or bush varieties if space is limited. Climbing varieties are great if you can provide support, like a trellis or bamboo canes.

Sow the Seeds: Plant the seeds about 2 inches (5 cm) deep and space them 3-4 inches (8-10 cm) apart. Water the soil thoroughly after sowing.

Provide Support (for climbing varieties): As the beans grow, guide the shoots onto the trellis or canes. Secure them gently if needed.

Watering and Feeding: Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering. During the growing season, feed the plants every two weeks with a balanced liquid fertilizer.

Sunlight: Place the container in a spot that receives full sun for at least 6-8 hours a day.

Regular Care: Remove weeds, check for pests, and prune off any damaged leaves to keep the plants healthy.

Harvesting: French beans are typically ready to harvest about 8-10 weeks after sowing. Pick the pods when they are young and tender for the best flavor, encouraging the plant to produce more.

With a little care and attention, your container-grown French beans will thrive and provide a tasty harvest. It’s a wonderful project for gardeners of all levels!
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13 Comments

  3. @stevemccloskey81

    Thank you Ivan, Just starting container growing. To be honest I haven't a clue, but I am now getting very interested. There's plenty of great videos to learn from, but you come across really well mate and I enjoy your videos 🤝

  4. @carolphillips9441

    That sky looks lovely, been nice here too, got grass done, forecast rain here for the next few days. I was going to plant a few things out but I'll wait a bit longer now, thanks Ivan..

  7. @yclare1

    I have a large garden but can’t handle it anymore.. but I’m loving growing in containers with your expert advice.. thanks for helping me continue to grow.. love your videos Ivan. ❤

  8. @Sydney7768

    I love having tomato plants. The smell of them reminds me of childhood. This year I am going to try to grow a range with different qualities- large, plum and cherry,blight resistant, determinate and indeterminate, different colours, outdoor and greenhouse preference. Trying to cover as many bases as possible 😂

  9. @StevesRepairs

    Thanks Ivan, for another great vlog on a beautiful sunny day, Spring Equinox. The nights are getting warmer also. Take care and all the best. Stevie

  10. @nejustbailes-k3k

    A wee bit soon for me here. Maybe in April but not now. Cold nights in May can still be a problem.

    I am currently hardening off my early peas ready to plant out in early spring. They are 3 inch tall ATM and growing.

  11. @lindajones3015

    Lovely to see you outside enjoying the sun Ivan. I'll be watching the video about potato feeding. All information greatly received 😊

  13. @rayglover8697

    Thanks Ivan – we have been growing French beans the last few years (climbing variety) and they seem to carry on cropping right through the year – much prefer them from runners as there is no faffing with de-stringing – I am still learning and apreciate greatly tapping into your wealth of knowledge and all your great tips.

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