You know what beans are on a basic level, but let’s get nerdy for a sec: Beans are a type of legume, meaning they’re grown in pods; beans are the seeds found inside the pod plant. There are roughly ...

This legume has been cultivated for millennia and its ability to withstand cold has likely primed its longevity. Consider ...

Question: I am confused about differences in fava bean varieties. What is the difference between fava beans grown for a cover crop and fava beans/broadbeans grown for culinary purposes? Can I grow the ...

Question: I planted fava beans for the first time last fall. Now they are almost 3 feet tall and have giant pods near the bottom and younger pods up the stem. When is the best time to harvest them?

We all love legumes—that French name sounds fancy and they taste delicious. OK…we didn’t actually know beans about ‘em until we did some research and put together a thorough guide on the subject. Here ...

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Question: I would like to try growing fava beans but don’t know much about them. I’ve only grown scarlet runner beans in the past. Can you offer some tips? Answer: Sure! Fava beans can be a wonderful ...

When it comes to dealing with precious spring produce in California, the less you do to it, the better. And that M.O. sustains because the produce’s unique freshness and flavor are fleeting and so ...

Easter has a special meaning for cooks. Of course, it’s a day of celebration, but it’s also a signal of the changing of seasons, of the shift from the hearty foods of the chilly months to the fresher ...