How can I get beans to grow?
Haven’t had any trouble elsewhere but living in central Florida, beans will not grow. The plant will start out but all look like Charlie Brown’s Christmas tree. No signs of producing. I can’t figure out what the soil is lacking for beans.
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Hi Lexi,
I would look up your county's Extension unit/service. Every county in the US has one and they should be able to help you choose the best bean type for your area. All of the articles I saw were about how great beans grow in Florida so I think you're right. Something is missing from the soil. The Cooperative should be able to help you figure that part out. Beans add nitrogen to the soil. That is something that is often lacking but with beans, they add it so that shouldn't be the problem. Just google the name of your county plus FL and the word cooperative and your local office should pop right up. Wishing you the best.