Bean cultivation can be effortlessly managed on your balcony, roof, terrace, or in the courtyard of your house. Here are the methods and tips for successful bean cultivation:
Soil Preparation:
Beans thrive in various soil types except clay soil, with loamy and sandy loam soil being most suitable. Opt for loamy soil when available.
Container Selection:
When growing beans in tubs, choose medium or large clay tubs, or half-size cut drums according to your preference.
Planting Time:
Beans can be planted almost year-round, but the best time is from the end of the month of Shravan to the middle of the month of Bhadra. For early cultivation, plant bean seeds from Asadha to the entire Vadra month.
Sowing and Irrigation:
Prepare seedlings or sow seeds, planting 5-6 seeds in each pot. Thin out weak seedlings, leaving only strong, healthy ones. Water regularly after seedlings emerge, increasing water intake during hotter periods.
Cultivation Method:
Support slightly larger plants with sticks or bamboo, and prune them carefully to encourage bushiness, more flowers, and abundant fruiting. Always add soil at the base of bean plants.
Fertilizer Application:
Provide organic fertilizers such as compost, chicken droppings, and wood coal ash. .
Pest Control:
Protect bean plants from thrips and jab beetle infestation by regularly applying fungicides and insecticides.
Maintenance:
Regularly remove weeds around the base of the plant and prune excessive growth. Avoid water accumulation in the tubs, add soil as needed, and provide support for climbing plants. Consider artificial pollination for desired yield by transferring pollen from male to female flowers.
By following these simple steps, you can enjoy a bountiful harvest of fresh beans from your own home garden. Happy gardening!
Yard long Bean Cultivation in Tubs:
The perennial vegetable ‘Yard long beans’ can be cultivated almost throughout the year in hot and dry regions. Although the crop yields well in the relatively dry summer season (March-September), it does not perform as well in winter due to the lower growth and yield of the Yard long bean plant during this period. Now, let’s learn about the cultivation method of Yard long beans.
Simple Method of Yard long Bean Cultivation:
Yard long beans can be cultivated in almost all types of soil, but loam and sandy loam soils are best suited for their growth.
February to July is the ideal time for sowing Yard long bean seeds, and they should not be sown in winter.
To prepare the soil for Yard long bean cultivation, apply an appropriate amount of organic manure and fertilizers.
Ensure proper water drainage in the cultivated land and prevent water accumulation at the base of the plants.
Land Preparation and Sowing:
Before sowing the seeds, plow the cultivation field 3-4 times and loosen the soil with a harrow.
Then, make holes at certain distances for planting the seeds. For optimal yield, select a location with sufficient sunlight and irrigation and drainage facilities.
For commercial cultivation, it is advisable to plant Yard long beans in rows.
- Maintain a row-to-row distance of 1.5 meters.
- Maintain a tree-to-tree distance of 1.5 feet.
- Adjust the row distance by ±1 meter as per the variety.
For Yard long bean cultivation, 100-125 grams per hectare, or 8-10 kg of seeds per hectare, are required. Clean the seeds thoroughly before sowing, and irrigate as needed.
Many people cultivate vegetables in tubs on the roof of their houses, either as a hobby or to meet their family’s vegetable needs.
To cultivate Yardlong beans in tubs, prepare a well-draining mixture consisting of 40% normal soil, 20% sand, 20% vermicompost, and 20% cocopeat.
Place a few pebbles under the tub to facilitate drainage, and add a layer of sand on top. Then, fill the tub with the soil mixture.
Fertilizer Application:
Apply manure to the soil based on its fertility to achieve a good yield.
Use organic fertilizers to maintain soil and environmental health, and adjust the quantity based on soil quality.
For backyard cultivation, mix 3-5 kg of rotted dung manure, and 100 grams of nimkhol in each planting hole.
Pest and Disease Control:
Yard long beans are susceptible to various pests and diseases, including mosaic disease, leaf spot disease, fruit borer attack, and more.
Use high-quality insecticides or pesticides available in the market to control these pests and diseases effectively.
Implement appropriate measures such as removing affected plants, spraying insecticides, and maintaining proper hygiene to minimize pest and disease damage.
By following these cultivation practices, you can ensure a successful yield of healthy Yardlong beans throughout the year.
