Planting and Growing bean (runner) 'Aintree'
| Care difficulty | 2 / 5 |
|---|---|
| Watering schedule | Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged; water more during flowering and pod set. |
| Sunlight requirements | Full sun |
| Ideal temperature | Information to be completed |
| Soil type | Loam · Sand · Clay |
| Soil pH | Neutral · Acid |
| Soil moisture | Moist but well drained |
| Fertilizing | Apply a balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season. |
| Toxicity | Raw pods/beans harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling |
How to Water bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
Water regularly, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged; water more during flowering and pod set.
Learn more →What Are the Sunlight Requirements for bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
Full sun
Learn more →What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
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Learn more →What Soil Is Best for bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
- Soil type
- Loam · Sand · Clay
- Soil pH
- Neutral · Acid
What Are the Moisture Requirements for bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
Moist but well drained
Learn more →How to Fertilize bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
Apply a balanced fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.
Learn more →How to Prune bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
No pruning required
Learn more →How to Propagate bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds
Learn more →How to Transplant bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
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Learn more →How to Care for bean (runner) 'Aintree' in Winter?
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Learn more →How to Plant bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
Sow seeds indoors from mid April for an earlier harvest or outdoors after the last frost. They will grow in full sun or partial shade in fertile well-drained soil. Use canes or wigwams and two plants per cane. Pick beans regularly to ensure continous production. See runner-bean cultivation for further advice
Learn more →How to Repot bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
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Learn more →How to Harvest bean (runner) 'Aintree'?
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Learn more →Common Pests & Diseases
Diseases
May be susceptible to root rot, bean mosaic, Botrytis, blight.
Pests
May be susceptible to black bean aphids. Young plants also need protection from slugs and snails
Explore the plant health library →The Toxicity of bean (runner) 'Aintree'
Raw pods/beans harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling