Legume

French Bean

Dwarf or climbing — fast cropper, pick young for stringless pods.

Sun

Full sun

Water

Regular

Soil

Rich, well-drained

Difficulty

Very easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Pods

Lifecycle

Annual

Hardiness

Half-hardy

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Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stocks short-season French bean varieties suited to London's cool springs and reliable summer harvests.

Crocus

Offers large terracotta pots ideal for container-growing French beans on London patios and balconies.

Amazon UK

Supplies bean support canes and ties essential for training climbing French bean varieties vertically.