In dry weather what is the optimum technique to help runner beans germinate?Gardeners have been debating for years about whether to spray runner beans with water to help them germinate. A fine row of flowering plants without a bean in sight can be very frustrating.The Royal Horticultural Society advises against spraying runner beans, saying there is no evidence it helps, and instead provides lots of tips about moist soil conditions and mulching. On gardeners’ forums, however, there is a lot of support for spraying simply because it seems to work. Continue reading…
Source : theguardian.com
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