Most home gardeners grow bush or snap beans. A pole bean provides a lot of produce in a small space. They can grow on strings, poles, fences or be guided along the sides of buildings. They can grow as ...

I hope everyone is growing something they can eat, but if you haven’t tried yet, consider doing what the Indians did centuries ago and grow the Three Sisters! Growing multiple plants together, called ...

We regularly drove past a beautiful garden. I was fascinated with the tripod forms supporting plants. I later learned they’re pole beans. So neatly placed and obediently growing on those forms, they ...

Q. My pole beans all germinated and started growing nicely, but I noticed that the leaves are wrinkled and weird-looking. They are still growing, but they are not as lush as my other pole beans and ...

Knowing when to harvest green beans is vital for protecting the plant’s health and guaranteeing a good yield of veggies. In fact, when picking beans at the right time, you can also ensure multiple ...

My dog keeps bringing ticks in, even though I have a tick repellent collar on him. Is there a way I can treat my yard to kill the ticks? — Debbie, Burlington. Talk to your veterinarian about a ...

BEANS ARE AN incredibly productive and versatile crop. Not only are they filling and packed with vitamins, but they’re also a great source of protein, which is unusual for home garden crops. In fact, ...