While the black bean plant (Phaseolus vulgaris) is technically the same species as snap beans, black beans are grown for their dried seeds or beans, rather than their edible pods. Available in ...

Sow seeds for runner, climbing French and dwarf beans from April onwards and you'll be picking lots of tasty pods through the summer months. Follow our guide to growing these beans, which can all ...

Gardener Amy Chapman has shared her go-to tips for people who love avocado on toast to grow their own, cheaper avocado ...

Broad beans are an ancient favourite with evidence of cultivation from as early as 6,000 BC. Easy to grow, high in protein and rich in vitamin C they're still a must for today's vegetable plot.

Yardlong beans are a crop named for their size. While they may not reach exactly a yard long when you pick them, you can ...

Broad beans are a traditional allotment crop that, sown in November, can provide one of the first fresh pickings of summer. You can also sow in spring. The Which? Gardening magazine experts have ...

Runner beans are one of the most-popular summer veg. They're easy to raise from seed and a few plants will produce enough beans for a family. The Which? Gardening experts share their favourite ...

Pulses are the dried edible seeds of legumes and make a great addition to any food garden. They include beans, peas, and ...