Overview

Alkarty French Beans Seeds produce vigorous, high-yielding plants that bear tender, stringless pods rich in flavor. French beans are quick-growing and ideal for both home gardens and commercial farming.

Uses

• Culinary: Commonly used in stir-fries, curries, salads, and soups.
• Nutritional: A good source of vitamins A, C, K, and dietary fiber.
• Health Benefits: Supports digestion, boosts immunity, and contributes to heart health.
• Economic: A profitable short-duration crop with high market demand.

How to Grow

• Climate: Prefers cool to moderate climates; best grown in 15–30°C temperatures.
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile loamy soil with a pH of 6.0–6.8.
• Sowing Time: Grown during spring, monsoon, and early winter.
• Sowing Method: Direct sowing is preferred.
• Sowing Depth: 2–3 cm deep.
• Spacing: 20–30 cm between plants and 45–60 cm between rows.
• Germination Time: 5–10 days.
• Sunlight: Needs 5–7 hours of sunlight per day.

Care Instructions

• Watering: Regular watering is essential; keep soil moist but not waterlogged.
• Fertilizer: Enrich soil with organic compost before planting; side-dress with nitrogen fertilizer during growth.
• Support: Pole varieties need trellising or support for climbing.
• Pest & Disease: Protect from aphids, pod borers, and fungal diseases. Neem oil or organic pesticides can be used.
• Weeding: Keep the area weed-free especially during the first few weeks of growth.

Harvesting

• Harvest begins around 45–60 days after sowing depending on variety and climate.
• Pick beans when they are young, tender, and bright green for best flavor.
• Frequent harvesting encourages more production.

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