Growing asparagus beans: description, varieties, planting and care in open ground

Early varieties

Early varieties are considered to be those varieties of green beans, the harvest of which can be harvested 40-60 days after the appearance of the first shoots. With regular collection of ripened blades, new pods mature quickly. The main condition is to harvest on time.

Blue Lake

The bush grows up to 3 m in height. The length of ripe beans is bluish-green in color - 16 cm. Asparagus ripens 55 days after the appearance of the first shoots, inside there are small white seeds. From 1 bush you can collect 30 pods at the stage of milky ripeness.

There are no coarse fibers, so ripe asparagus is considered a dietary product. Blue tree beans are good for health. When choosing a variety, keep in mind that the plant needs regular feeding; without watering and with a lack of light, it does not bear fruit well.

Fedoseevna

This early-ripening variety of asparagus beans was bred by seaside breeders and is adapted to any weather conditions. Asparagus can be frozen, this does not affect its taste and beneficial properties. Bush 80 cm high with light green blade-shaped leaves - up to 20 cm.

The harvest can be harvested 50 days after sowing. The fruiting rate is 2 kg per square area (20-30 pods per bush). In order not to ruin the harvest, Fedoseevna needs regular watering, sufficient light and heat.

Shadow on the fence

The early-ripening asparagus variety has been included in the State Register only since 2018, although it was bred back in 2021. Externally, it is a green 1-1.5 meter vine. The beans are round, light green, 22 cm long, 10 cm wide. Medium white seeds weigh up to 7 g each, there are no rough partitions between them. The yield indicator is 3.8 kg per square area.

The shade for the wattle fence is easy to care for and can withstand sudden temperature changes when grown in open ground. It also feels comfortable in a greenhouse. This variety of asparagus has strong immunity, although you should still be wary of harmful insects.

Gait

These are early-ripening sugar beans without coarsening leaves, which ripen on the 50th day of the growing season and produce a rich harvest. The beans are green, fleshy, have an elastic consistency and a pleasant taste, and are used in cooking. During the season, up to 3 kg of ripe fruits can be collected from 1 square of area. The length of the pods is 8-10 cm, containing up to 10 seeds.

The purpose of Allure asparagus is universal. Beans quickly adapt to any climatic conditions and have strong immunity. The demand for the variety is reduced by the hardness of the pods and the lack of taste in its raw form.

Features of growing bush and climbing beans

There are several differences between growing bush and climbing beans. When climbing plants reach the height of the support, it is recommended to pinch their tops. Positive results of this procedure:

the height of the plant is limited, which further facilitates harvesting;
ripening of pods is accelerated;
the bush turns out to be more lush, as the growth of side shoots is activated.

The main difference is that climbing varieties need support. Since the plant can reach 3 or more meters in length and have a heavy green mass, the supports must be high and strong enough. What can be used as supports for climbing green beans:

existing buildings and structures: fences, fences, stairs, walls of gazebos and houses;
lower branches of trees. Beans are an excellent companion to many plants, as they contribute to the accumulation of nitrogen in the soil. The disadvantage of such a support is that a branched tree can create an unwanted excess of shade for the beans, and difficulties may arise with harvesting and removing dry residues;
chain-link mesh. The condition for using such a support: the mesh must be securely fastened so that a heavy plant cannot overwhelm it. It should be taken into account that removing dry residues from mesh cells is difficult and problematic;
trellises. They can be made using two posts (metal or wood) firmly dug into the ground. Between the pillars it is necessary to stretch wire, twine or mesh in rows;
poles at least 2 meters high. They can be assembled in the form of a hut, T or U-shaped with twine descending from horizontal poles to the ground;
tall plants. Before planting beans, sunflowers are sown. When it reaches a height of 8–10 cm, beans are planted. The lower leaves of the sunflower stem are torn off and the bean stalks are twisted around the sunflower trunk.

Several seeds of climbing beans are planted around the supports. As the shoots grow, they wrap around supports, do not spread along the ground, and do not cling to neighboring plants.

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Please note: the best material for making supports is wood. It is difficult for the plant to twine around material without roughness (metal, plastic), since beans do not have tendrils.

Photo gallery: supports for climbing varieties of green beans

With the help of an arched support you can beautifully decorate individual areas of the garden

A firmly installed pole is an excellent support for green beans.

The wall of the gazebo will serve as a good support for climbing beans

A chain-link mesh, when used as a support for beans, must be securely fastened. Climbing beans, planted along the wall of a building, form spectacular “green carpets” that add additional decorativeness to the area. Such a wooden fence is ideal as a support for climbing beans. Beans can be planted near installed on a section of stairs, the support can be made in the shape of a hut by connecting the ends of poles dug into the ground

Trellis - a reliable support for climbing green beans

The yield of varieties of climbing beans is often higher than that of bush beans, but they are no less tasty and biologically valuable.

Medium ripening varieties

This category includes asparagus varieties that bear fruit 65-80 days after planting. The fruits ripen much later, but the yield is higher. The beans do not have a hard partition, the flesh is tender, and the leaves are juicy. Asparagus is healthy and has dietary properties.

Earring

This variety is borderline between early and mid-ripening. The harvest can be harvested on the 60th day of the growing season. The plant bears fruit several times per season. The green bean bush climbs and can grow up to 1.5 m. Since the flowers are purple, the seeds are black. Pod length – up to 22 cm, width – 2-3 cm. Productivity indicator – up to 3.5 kg per square meter.

The beans are suitable for canning and preparing marinades; they do not lose their shape and beneficial properties during long-term freezing. In cooking it is distinguished by its versatility and is used in dietetics.

Sissy

This is a climbing bean with shoots up to 3.5 m high with white fruits and yellow blades. The seeds are tasty, medium in size, weigh 5.2 g. The length of the blades reaches 21 cm, the width is 3 cm. The yield indicator is 1.5 kg per 1 square area.

The bush ripens 65-70 days after sowing. To increase productivity, vertical support for seedlings and young shoots is needed. This variety is excellent for freezing, canning, and other types of processing. Beans contain proteins and vitamins.

Anniversary

This variety of green beans is the result of long-term work by breeders from Siberia. Asparagus is resistant to low temperatures, does not lose its beneficial properties when frozen, bears fruit well, and is easy to care for. To increase productivity, a vertical support is installed, and the bush itself is tied up.

The pods are yellow with purple streaks, up to 21 cm long and 3 cm wide. The seeds are light brown, weighing up to 7 g each. The harvest is harvested 56-65 days after sowing, the fruiting rate is 2-2.8 kg per 1 square area.

Purple Queen

This is the brainchild of breeders. This name is associated with the deep purple color of the blades, which look “royal” against the background of bright green leaves. Asparagus has a great taste: no bitterness or coarse fibers, and after cooking the pods are soft and satisfying. This product is suitable for freezing and canning and can be used as part of dietary dishes.

The purple queen reaches technical ripeness 62-67 days after the appearance of the first shoots, the yield indicator is 3 kg per 1 square area. Brown seeds are small in size and do not disintegrate during processing. The blades are fleshy, juicy, with a sweetish taste, reaching a length of 15 cm. The yield indicator is 3 kg per 1 square area.

Purple

Purple bean varieties have excellent taste and are easy to care for . They contain a large amount of protein and are considered dietary. The ovaries are initially green, but after reaching 10 cm in length they change color to purple.

Dragon tongue

Dragon's Tongue is a 4 m tall vine plant used as a hedge. During growth it is necessary to tie it up. Early ripening green beans. The pod is straight, purple, 15 cm long. A spatula without a parchment layer and fibers. Loves a sunny location. Suitable for growing in open ground, does not require additional protection in the form of shelters.

Reference ! Loves soil rich in organic matter.

Has excellent taste . When heat treated it turns green. Most often used raw so as not to lose the purple color.

Bluehilda

Early ripening, ripens in 65-70 days. A powerful climbing vine, up to 3 m. The pods are soft, 20-25 cm, 10-15 cm wide. Flat-round in cross section. Before ripening, the valves become coarser and fibers appear. White oily beans have nutritional and healing properties.

Reference ! The variety is sensitive to low temperatures and must be covered with film.

The seedlings are thinned out after the first shoots appear to avoid the appearance of rot. Excellent taste. It is eaten unripe. Fresh fruits are used for side dishes and main courses. Also pickled and frozen.

Purple Queen

The variety ripens in 52-60 days. Refers to dwarf beans. The bush is small, 30-35 cm. The flowers are lilac-pink. Pods are 13-15 cm, round in cross-section. The seeds are beige or dark yellow. Resistant to low temperatures, has good immunity to diseases.

For early fruiting, they are grown under cover or in a greenhouse. It is necessary to loosen the soil and feed after germination. It is used for first and second courses. When heat treated they change color to green. Also canned and frozen.

Late varieties

Green beans reach technical ripeness 80-85 days after the appearance of the first shoots. Late varieties are more suitable for growing in southern regions, where warm weather persists most of the year.

Beronia

This variety of green beans comes from Holland and is grown from dry seeds in a greenhouse or in open ground. The germination rate is 100%. Seeds are high quality and viable. The harvest can be harvested 85-95 days after germination.

Beronia is a tall bush with white flowers, later – medium-sized oval fruits without hard partitions. The pods reach 22 cm in length and no more than 2.5 cm in width. The yield is average - up to 2 kg per square meter. The variety is distinguished by its universal use in cooking.

Xera

A distinctive feature of the variety is curved, curly blades 12-15 cm long with small white grains. The variety comes from Holland, but is well adapted to the climatic conditions of Russia. The fruits ripen simultaneously, the fruiting rate is up to 2-2.5 kg per square meter. The harvest is harvested at the stage of milky ripeness, otherwise the fruits become hard.

The asparagus bean variety Xera is grown in the southern regions and is resistant to mosaic virus and anthracnose. In cooking, it is distinguished by its versatility - used fresh or as preservation.

Hope

The variety was bred in the southern regions of Russia; the fruits ripen 80-85 days after germination. Green beans grow as low, decorative shrubs. The length of the pods is 9-13 cm, the weight of the fruits is up to 0.3 g each. The yield for the season is 2.2 kg per square meter. Culinary use – universal.

The plant does not tolerate severe frosts and sudden temperature changes. Many vegetable growers are not satisfied with the Nadezhda variety because of its late fruiting and the dependence of the harvest on the climatic conditions of a particular region.

Growing rules

Green beans are grown in most regions of Russia in open ground. But, since its seedlings absolutely cannot withstand even the slightest frost, you should either sow it at the very latest, in much the same way as cucumbers, or build a temporary shelter over the seedlings.

Green beans do not like excess moisture, so they need to be watered no more than 2 times a week. Two liters of water is enough for one plant.

Bush varieties no longer require any special care. Climbing ones must be tied up and allowed to curl on a support, otherwise losses in yield are possible. When a height of 2 meters is reached, the tops of the vines are usually pinched.

After the beans reach the stage of technical ripeness, the crop should be checked and harvested regularly, maybe even every other day. Determining this moment is quite simple: the pod is broken and if small seeds have already sprouted in it, but they are still tender and soft, then the harvest can be harvested.

Varieties of green beans for freezing

When developing such varieties, breeders were given the task of preserving the beneficial properties of the product during long-term freezing (up to 1 year). Such pods do not lose their shape after defrosting and become an important component of the diet and proper nutrition.

The Snow Queen

This is the best option for freezing for the winter, since the beans retain their beneficial properties even at low temperatures. When stored for a long time, the Snow Queen does not lose its shape and has excellent taste.

The bush with bright green leaves climbs, quickly grows in height, reaches 1.5 m, and needs to be tied to a vertical support. Otherwise, the negative impact of harmful insects reduces the yield of the Snow Queen.

White flowers produce small fruits measuring 15x15 cm. The seeds are large, weighing up to 1.5 g each, there are no hard partitions. The yield depends on climatic conditions and compliance with care rules, varies from 1 to 2.5 kg.

Amber

This bush plant, up to 40 cm high, belongs to the mid-season varieties of green beans, is characterized by rapid growth and strong immunity. The pods are bright yellow, reaching 10-12 cm in length. The harvest is not rich - up to 1.3 kg per square meter. The fruits are small in size and white.

When frozen for a long time, amber beans retain their beneficial properties and integrity and have good keeping quality. The harvest is not large, the purpose of the beans is universal.

Mauritanian

Juicy beans are used to prepare delicious dishes. This climbing annual plant, which is fixed on vertical supports, requires the formation of shrubs. In the south, Mavritanka is grown in open ground, in other regions - mainly in greenhouse conditions.

Up to 25-30 pods are formed on the bush, each 12 cm long. The color of ripe blades is deep green, the fruits are medium and white. The beans have an unforgettable taste, but the yield per season is average - up to 2 kg per square meter. In addition, long shoots need to be tied to a support, and the plant itself is very demanding to care for.

Classification of varieties

There are a large number of varieties of green beans, which differ in taste, appearance and specific cultivation. According to the shape of the bush, the crop is divided into bush and climbing. Bush beans are low-growing plants up to 60 cm high that bear fruit even at low temperatures and ripen early. Climbing species look like twining vines up to 5 m long.

The main difference between climbing varieties is their long growing season, so these bean varieties are not suitable for open ground in regions with a cool climate (for example, the Moscow region).

Early varieties of legumes without fibers and with soft pods are suitable for growing in summer cottages. Among these varieties, Kenyan, purple and green beans are in demand. Kenyan beans have dark green pods with sweetish beans. The green and purple varieties have elongated pods and are suitable for freezing or canning.

The best varieties of green beans without fiber

Some varieties of beans do not have a parchment layer at an early stage of the growing season, but later it appears, spoiling the taste and structure of the pods. Not all gardeners are happy with this. However, there are varieties of green beans without dense partitions throughout the growing season.

Golden saxa

This is a high-yielding, early-ripening variety with sugar beans, bred by breeders. The bushes are low, characterized by short stature and early ripening. On each one you can see a lot of yellow pods 9-10 cm long. The grains are medium-sized, dense, but juicy.

Golden saxa is used in cooking for preparing vegetable salads, canning and freezing fresh. The yield indicator is up to 2 kg per 1 square area. It is important to observe the timing of collecting the pods, otherwise they become tough and unsuitable for cooking.

Second

This variety of green beans is characterized by high yields and excellent taste. It can be planted in any region of Russia - the plant quickly adapts to the stated weather conditions and is stored for a long time in the refrigerator.

Externally, these are small shrubs, strewn with pods of 9-12 cm, first green, then yellow. This variety of asparagus has a lush green crown, large fruits, and a fruiting rate of up to 2.5 kg per square meter.

Sweet flap

The name of the variety corresponds to its taste. There is no parchment layer, the fruits are tender, sweet and juicy. The variety is early ripening, the harvest can be harvested 45-50 days after the appearance of the first shoots. The plant also attracts with its external beauty during fruiting, stable immunity and the versatility of using beans.

The plant itself is low - 50 cm in height, and has a fluffy crown. The length of the pods is 17 cm, the color is bluish-green or yellow. The Sweet Sash variety is distinguished by its versatility and high yield - up to 2.1 kg per square meter. It is not recommended to store beans in the freezer as they quickly lose their shape and beneficial properties.

Green

Green varieties are characterized by tender pods . They cook very quickly and do not lose their taste. There are many green varieties.

Bona

The asparagus variety is characterized by a slow rate of seed development. Refers to mid-season varieties. Ripeness occurs at 50-60 days. The bushes are compact, 25 cm. Ripe pods are light green, slightly curved, 13.5 cm, pointed apex. The blade is not pubescent, without a parchment layer and fibers. The pods are round in cross section. The seeds are white, kidney-shaped, with a faint shine.

Stable yield, 1.0–1.4 kg/m². Resistant to diseases . Excellent taste. It is canned and frozen.

Crane

Early ripening asparagus variety. Compact bushes, 40-50 cm. Green leaves, medium-sized white flowers. Green, slightly curved pods, 12-13 cm. Smooth, with a blunt or pointed apex. Elliptical seeds are white. Spatula without parchment layer.

Reference ! Requires constant care - weeding, loosening the soil, fertilizing with mineral fertilizers.

With a lack of moisture, the fruits are small and rough . Loves a sunny location. Mature pods are carefully cut off, and new ones are formed in place of the cuts. It has a delicate and juicy taste. Used in cooking, canned and frozen.

Remember

A mid-early ripening variety of green beans. Grows by bush method. The pods are elongated, slightly curved, bright green. The tails are thin and curved. A parchment layer does not form inside the pod. Beans retain their freshness and shape for a long time. Sowing begins in spring and lasts until mid-summer.

Yield varieties of green beans

The harvest is considered rich when more than 2-3 kg of ripe beans can be collected from 1 square of area. However, there are varieties in which the fruiting rate reaches up to 4.5 kg from a plot of the same size. Green beans are tasty, healthy, long-lasting and versatile in cooking.

Gerda

This is a climbing plant 3 m long. The lower fruits appear at a level of 45-50 cm from the ground. To grow beans, you need vertical support. Alternatively, you can plant the vine near the fence. The pods are green at first, but they are best picked when they are yellow. The main thing is not to miss this moment, otherwise the asparagus will harden.

This variety of green beans was included in the State Register back in 2005 and is characterized by high yields - up to 4 kg per square meter. The pods weigh 12 g and contain 10-12 grains.

Flat

This ornamental shrub looks exotic and attracts attention in the greenhouse and garden. The variety is early ripening and can be harvested 48-55 days after the first shoots. At first the pods are light purple. When they acquire a rich shade, it’s time to start collecting.

The bushes are low - up to 45 cm. The pods grow up to 16 cm in length and up to 3 cm in width. Each blade weighs up to 8 g and has impeccable taste. During the season, up to 4.5 kg of ripe fruits can be collected from 1 square of area.

Turk

The climbing plant is a mid-season variety and is characterized by high productivity. The seeds are large, have nutritional and beneficial properties, and are pleasant to the taste. They are used for preparing gourmet dishes, canning and marinades, and attract vegetable growers with their versatility and lack of bitterness.

Externally, the bush resembles an ornamental plant. The combination of green leaves and pink pods 20 cm long attracts attention. During the season, up to 4.5 kg of ripe fruits can be collected from 1 square area. Long stems must be tied up, grown near vertical supports, and watering must be controlled. With proper care, the plant is resistant to anthracnose and bacteriosis.

Differences and similarities between green beans and asparagus beans

Asparagus and green beans are really practically the same thing. Green beans as a subspecies are always green beans. However, not all green beans are green beans. Asparagus has softer leaves. Thus, the main difference is the characteristics of the fruit valves. We can say that green beans are an unripe version of green beans.

Green beans, as a rule, are always green in color, since their pods are obviously immature. This way they retain softness, taste and all the useful elements, which will be less in overripe fruits.

Important ! Green beans and asparagus are not the same thing! These are completely different products both in origin and characteristics.

Most often, asparagus beans have a round cross-section when broken, while half-asparagus (half-sugar) varieties have a more oval cross-section (the pods have a flatter shape).

Hulled varieties are not at all similar to asparagus varieties - they have hard, flat leaves and a pronounced coarse longitudinal section of the fiber along the seam.

Another characteristic feature of the asparagus variety is weak beans. It is almost impossible to distinguish them, since the pods are collected immature and not fully formed. This cannot be said about other types - in them the beans can be clearly distinguished and used for food separately from the pods.

Varieties of bush beans

It is easier to manage bush varieties of asparagus because they are less demanding to care for, do not require vertical supports, and also bear fruit well. Such low-growing plants differ in the colors of their fruits and get along well in one area.

Treasure

This is an early ripening variety with good taste characteristics. The beans do not have a specific taste or bitterness. They can be used fresh or frozen for the winter. The bush is low - 40 cm, bears fruit well.

The pods are located at a distance of 10 cm from the ground, the fruits are juicy, delicate in taste, without bitterness. Ripe blades are deep green in color, the seeds are greenish, dense, fleshy. For the season from 1st quarter. m it is possible to collect up to 2.5 kg. The main harvest is in the upper part of the bush.

Zlata

This is an early ripening variety of asparagus that grows as a bush 35 cm high. The product is ideal for canning and freezing, but is also used for preparing vegetable salads.

The period of technical ripeness begins after 45 days of the growing season. The beans are yellow in color, 12-14 cm long. Inside there are 7 medium-sized white grains. There are no hard partitions in the pods, and the fruits are juicy and without bitterness. From 1 square of area you can collect up to 2 kg of fruit.

Sapphire

This is an early ripening variety of asparagus, bred by seaside breeders. The ornamental plant is resistant to diseases, quickly adapts to any climatic conditions, and does not require special care. Sapphire ripens on the 50th day of the growing season, the yield indicator is high (up to 3.5 kg per square meter).

The plant attracts with deep purple pods 14 cm long, which turn black when fully ripe. The fruits and skin have a pleasant taste, so Sapphire is used in various areas of cooking. Beans can be frozen, used fresh, or pickled.

No fibers

Fiberless beans are valued for their high yield. It is frozen and prepared in many dishes. The fruits must be picked young, before they become coarse and lose their taste.

Blue Lake

Climbing garland of green beans, without coarse fibers, productive, very early ripening. Ripening occurs in 50-56 days. The plant is 1.5 m tall and needs strong support. Long pods, rich green color, 16 cm. Medium-sized white grains, delicate in taste.

Loves light and high humidity . Prefers loose soil rich in humus. It is resistant to diseases, especially to the mosaic virus. It is characterized by intensive growth and abundant harvest. Suitable for freezing during milk ripeness.

Video about the characteristics of this type:

Butter King

Ripens early, on the 50th day. Sow in late May early June, when the soil warms up to 15°C. An erect bush with a compact shape, up to 40 cm. The pods are yellow-golden, large and long - 25 cm, diameter up to 2 cm. The blades are not fibrous and do not have a parchment layer. Excellent immunity to diseases. Grows well in dry soil and does not wither.

Reference ! Can be planted on loamy soils, but the best soil is sandy loam, rich in lime.

The harvest is harvested by mid-summer. The pods are picked as they ripen to stimulate productivity. Stable harvest of up to 1.5-2 kg of beans per 1 sq. m.

Malachite

Early ripe green beans . A compact bush with an average number of leaves, 35-45 cm, strewn with beans. The flowers are white. Ripens in 50-55 days. The lower pod is at a height of 10-13 cm. Green in color, slightly curved in shape, without a parchment layer and fibers.

The length of the pod is 12-14 cm. The beans are elliptical in shape, without veins, and white in color. Used for freezing and canning.

Amber

Mid-season green beans . Bushes of medium height or tall. Slightly wrinkled leaves, from light green to green shades, flowers are violet-pink, medium in size. Ripe pods are slightly curved or curved. There are no parchment layers or fibers.

The fruits are medium length, light yellow in color, heart-shaped in cross section. Seeds are bud-shaped, light brown in color with weak veins. The heat-loving variety does not like large amounts of moisture. Has excellent taste.

Climbing varieties

Gardeners actively use the decorative features of climbing asparagus, surrounding fences, gazebos, and other fences. Externally, such compositions look aesthetically pleasing, but require daily care - pruning, bush formation, vertical supports, regular feeding. The fruits are tasty and have a long shelf life.

Golden nectar

A distinctive feature of this mid-season bean variety is the rich yellow pods that hang from the leaves in clusters and attract everyone's attention. Externally, this is an ornamental plant that quickly adapts to any weather conditions, but requires regular pruning and bush formation.

The harvest can be harvested 70 days after emergence. Fruiting rate is up to 2.8 kg per 1 square area. The length of the blades is 25 cm, width is 2 cm. The medium-sized seeds have an excellent taste and are distinguished by their long-lasting shelf life. Pickled, frozen or prepared fresh.

Rumba

Another mid-season variety with deep purple pods. The beans grow quickly, have an excellent taste, and are used to prepare delicacies. If desired, the seeds can be frozen; this does not affect the beneficial properties of the beans.

The harvest can be harvested 65-72 days after sowing. From 1 sq. m plot you can collect up to 3 kg of ripe purple fruits. Characteristic features of the variety are the ability to tolerate drought and the absence of hard partitions.

Bluehilda

This climbing plant can entwine even a 2-meter fence, but it must be properly tied to the support. The stems are powerful, and the pods are tender and rounded, up to 25 cm long. This variety of beans attracts with its decorative appearance and high yield - up to 2.5 kg per square.

The harvest can be harvested 60 days after sowing the seeds, the main thing is not to miss this time. Otherwise, the fruits become hard, acquire a specific taste, and lose their usefulness.

Culture classification

Europeans learned about the culture thanks to the sailors of Spain and Portugal, who brought vegetable seeds from the distant American continent. Beans quickly took root in Europe, spread to many countries, and today it is difficult to imagine many culinary dishes without them.

Breeders are constantly working on developing new varieties (shelling, pod varieties), offering interesting varieties with better characteristics for cultivation.

Cultures are distinguished by ripening time:

early ripening – 40-60 days;
beans with an average ripening period - 60-80 days;
late-ripening, the pods of which are ready for harvesting no earlier than after 82-85 days.

Plants can be bushy, climbing, with long vines (up to 5 meters). In the climate of Russia, in the open ground of most regions, bush species that do not require garter and high supports are more often grown.

Species belonging to the American group are distinguished by medium-sized beans (up to 35-40 cm), the pods of the Asian Vigna bean grow up to 120-150 cm. The varieties differ in the length and color of the blades (green, yellow, purple, pink), the color of the grains, and the size .

Georgian purple asparagus beans (Dragon Tongue), Japanese and Chinese varieties are popular. Turche and Kenyan beans attract gourmets with their pleasant nutty aftertaste. Most types of crops are sold in stores in canned or frozen form, but summer residents prefer to harvest from their plots.

Siberian varieties of green beans

For the harsh Siberian climate, it is recommended to choose early ripening varieties of asparagus. Summer is warm but short, so the optimal growing season is from 40 to 60 days. Siberian breeders offer several varieties of beans with a good harvest.

Gold of Siberia

This is a mid-season variety with bright green leaves and white flowers. The beans completely cover the bush, light yellow in color with a purple tint, 10-12 cm in length. The grains are medium-sized, white, juicy and elastic without parchment walls.

Siberian gold is more suitable for growing in greenhouse conditions. In open ground, beans must be covered when the temperature drops sharply. Weather conditions do not affect yield. Fruiting rate – up to 1.6 kg per 1 sq. m.

Emerald

This is a mid-season variety, ideal for harsh climates. Emerald beans grow as compact ornamental bushes with light green pods 10-12 cm long. The fruits are medium-sized, juicy, and pleasant to the taste.

The beans ripen 55-60 days after sowing. From 1 square of area you can harvest up to 2.6 kg of beans, which are ideal for freezing and used for preparing fresh dishes.

Darina

This is an early ripening variety of green beans with large brown seeds, up to 10 g each, without a parchment layer. Darina has the form of a low shrub, bears fruit until the first frost, and adapts well to any climatic conditions. The harvest is taken from the upper tiers of the plant; the yield indicator when grown in greenhouse conditions is up to 1.5 kg per square meter.

Early ripening beans have good taste. They are suitable for freezing, canning, pickling and eating freshly prepared. Fruits can be stored in the freezer for up to 1 year.

Varieties of green beans

Breeders are constantly developing new types of beans, which allows them to choose the best option taking into account atmospheric conditions, soil conditions and other growing criteria. After familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of popular varieties, you will be able to select the best and high-yielding varieties of green beans for sowing. When choosing, it is important to pay attention to such characteristics as the growing season, size, care requirements, long-term storage ability and preparation methods.

Blau Hilde

The Blau Hilde variety is famous for its high and stable yield. The height of the plant bushes reaches 5 m, the length of the pods is up to 25 cm. This variety of beans requires abundant watering and fertilizing for active growth. The main features of the variety are the lilac-pinkish hue of the grains, mushroom aroma, and compatibility with other vegetable crops. Blau Hilde beans saturate the soil with nitrogen and prevent damage to roots by wireworms and meadow moths. The variety is able to resist common diseases, which greatly simplifies the process of growing the crop.

Berlotto

An early-ripening, easy-to-care variety that has become widespread from Italy. Berlotto beans are valued for their beneficial characteristics. It contains a high protein content and is suitable for dietary nutrition. Ripe beans are large and wide, with burgundy streaks on the surface. At the initial stage of ripening, the pod valves have a rich green color without hard fibers or partitions. The taste of Berlotto beans is sweetish. Beans are considered to be the most aromatic and rich in taste at the stage of incomplete ripening.

Oil King

The Butter King type of asparagus bean is an early ripening bean, as it ripens within 50 days after planting. The yellow pods have no fibers and are distinguished by their bright yellow color. Beans of the Butter King variety have gained great popularity in the culinary field and are used in preparing dishes both fresh and canned. The characteristics of the variety suggest high resistance to pests and diseases, the ability to grow actively without regular watering.

Saxa 615

A variety beloved by many gardeners, which allows you to harvest the first harvest within 45-50 days after planting. Bushes in open ground grow up to 40 cm. Despite the compactness of the bushes, the variety demonstrates a high yield. Green pods without fiber have a dense structure. The shape of the valves is curved. Sachs beans have a sugary flavor, which allows them to be used in the preparation of various dishes. Golden Saxa contains a rich vitamin complex that has a positive effect on the body.

Purple Queen

Bush plant with an average ripening period. The main external difference is the dark purple hue, which becomes rich green as a result of heat treatment. The maximum height of the bushes reaches 60 cm. The variety is famous for its high yield, resistance to diseases and pleasant taste characteristics. The average length of bean pods is 20 cm. The Purple Queen variety is ideal for canning.

Sweet Courage

The variety is compact and is grown in bushes up to 40 cm high. Sweet Kurazh belongs to the early ripening type. From the beginning of seed germination to the moment of harvesting the first fruits, 40 to 50 days pass. The pods have a slightly curved cylindrical shape. The color of beans is deep yellow. The fruits can grow up to 16 cm in length. The bulk of the pods ripen at once, which allows you to harvest most of the harvest at one time.

Golden Nectar

Belongs to the curly type, ripening within 70 days. The yellow pods contain narrow cylindrical beans that grow up to 25 cm in length. Due to the heavy weight of the fruits, the plant needs garter and support. The Golden Nectar variety is often used for canning or fresh for preparing various dishes. Suitable for growing as an ornamental plant due to its long, curved pods.

Crane

Zhuravushka beans are an early-ripening vegetable variety. The first fruits ripen 50 days after the appearance of the first shoots. The bush plant has a small height of up to 50 cm. The maximum length of the pods is 13 cm, width is up to 1 cm. The beans are curved, rich green in color, and taste like asparagus shoots. The variety is suitable for long-term storage through canning or freezing.

Panther

One of the most common garden varieties of green beans. The bushes of the plant are low - up to 40 cm in height. The period of full ripening is 65 days. Panther beans are planted at a distance of 12 cm between bushes and about 40 cm between rows. This type of legume requires heated soil for good growth. The pods ripen evenly, making harvesting easier. Yellow beans lack hard fibers and a parchment layer. The length of the elongated lines reaches 15 cm. The main advantages are high and stable yields, resistance to pests and diseases, including bacteriosis and anthracnose.

Bergold

A mid-early bush variety characterized by high yield and compact plants. The ripening period from the first shoots to the harvest of fruits is 60 days. The color of the pods is golden-yellowish, the shape is curved, the length is up to 14 cm. The internal seeds are oval in shape, without a parchment layer. The main purpose of Bergold is freezing and sterile canning for long-term storage. It is recommended to sow this variety of beans after the soil has warmed to a temperature of more than 15 degrees to avoid the death of the seed.

Vigna Countess

A special variety of the Legume family, belonging to the climbing category. The bushes grow up to several meters in length, the width of the pods reaches 1.5 cm, the length of the pods can reach up to 1 m. There are a number of features of growing the Vigna Countess variety. Due to its heat-loving nature, it is better to sow in greenhouse conditions rather than in open ground. When planting by seedling method, seedlings can be transferred to the ground only after the ground has warmed above 20 degrees. Plants require support, as heavy fruits can bend the stems. To grow the Vigna Countess species, it is recommended to select well-lit areas.

Blue Lake

An early ripening type of green bean with climbing plants. The average height of the bushes is 1.5 m. The fruits ripen after 50 days from the moment of planting in open ground. The pods grow up to 16 cm in length, have a rich green color, and a flat and smooth surface.

The plant is resistant to common diseases, temperature changes and unfavorable climatic conditions. The variety demonstrates high productivity when chosen for planting in sunny places protected from drafts and in light, well-drained soil. Blue Lake beans are suitable for storage by freezing and for use in cooking when preparing soups and meat dishes.

Neringa

An early variety that is in demand among gardeners, producing fruit 55 days after sowing in the ground. The long pods of round cross-section have a small diameter and grow up to 16 cm in size. The valves have a fleshy structure and do not have a parchment layer, partitions or hard fibers. Neringa fruiting occurs at the same time, so a bountiful harvest can be harvested at one time. The variety is suitable for cultivation in any region due to its good tolerance to temperature changes and resistance to diseases.

Pencil Pod Back Wax

An asparagus variety bred by Italian breeders that ripens in 60-65 days after sowing. Compact bushes up to 40 cm high are valued by summer residents for their high productivity and resistance to dangerous pests. Ripe pods have a light yellow color and are characterized by unusual taste, suitability for long-term storage and transportation due to their dense walls. The fruits remain juicy and do not lose their presentation for a long time even after freezing and heat treatment. The beans have a glossy surface and a rich black tint.

Mascotte

The Mascotte variety, which has become widespread from France, is grown in compact bushes. The first fruits ripen 50 days after sowing in the ground. The variety is especially valued for the richness and crispness of the pods, the absence of hard fibers and parchment flavor. You can plant small bushes not only in open soil, but also in a separate container for growing at home. By growing beans at home, you can have fresh fruit on hand throughout the year. The advantages of Mascotte legumes include high yield, long pods and ease of care.

Kentucky Blue Pole

An American variety of green beans that has a juicy and sweet taste. The fruits ripen in 60-65 days and grow in large quantities if basic agricultural practices are followed. The bushes of the plant are tall, since the climbing vines grow up to 2.5 m. Due to the large height, it is recommended to tie up the seedlings to prevent them from breaking. The length of the green pods is 20 cm. The main features include resistance to adverse climatic conditions, ease of cultivation, and abundant yield.

Gold Mine

Bush green beans with sweet fruits. The plant is considered early ripening, since the growing season lasts no more than 55 days. Upright growing bushes are distinguished by abundant foliage, the pods are tied in clusters, which significantly increases the amount of harvest. From one bush of the plant it is possible to obtain about 800 g of beans. The sweetish taste has made Gold Mine popular in the culinary field. Using beans adds variety to many dishes.

Fakir

Mid-season green beans with a pod length of more than 50 cm and a diameter of about 1 cm. The pulp of the beans is juicy and tender. The Fakir variety belongs to the climbing category. The length of the vines reaches 3 m. To grow the plant, the use of supports is required, since heavy fruits can break the stems. The Fakir variety of legumes was bred by Russian breeders and endowed with all the necessary characteristics for growing in the northern regions. Beans are valued for their high disease resistance and stable yield.

Spaghetti

The variety with the unusual name Spaghetti is a subspecies of the Vigna group and is an early ripening variety. The fruits ripen 2 months after planting the seed. It is possible to harvest about 5 kg of harvest from each climbing bean bush, subject to basic care rules. The length of the pods reaches 55 cm, the diameter is up to 1 cm. The main distinguishing characteristic is the juicy pods without peel and hard internal partitions between the beans. The fruits do not have a characteristic bean flavor, which allows them to be used in the preparation of various dishes.

Fortex

The Fortex variety, developed by French breeders, has a pronounced aroma, pleasant taste, delicate pulp and elongated pods. The fruits have no partitions, and the valves are very soft and do not squeeze the beans. The main positive characteristics are fast cooking and a rich composition of nutritional components. The length of the pods is 20-30 cm, the growing season with proper care lasts about 80 days, so Fortex belongs to the late-ripening category. Experienced gardeners advise growing this variety in greenhouse conditions or in open ground in the southern territories.

Red Podded Asparagus

Red Podded Asparagus is a vigorous climbing bush with abundant foliage that produces many long purple pods. Due to their unusual shade, beans are often used by summer residents for decorative purposes. The length of the fruit reaches 80 cm. The beans have high taste characteristics and are actively used in the culinary field to diversify many dishes.

Asparagus Yardlong

A classic variety grown by many gardeners in their summer cottages. Climbing bushes grow up to 4 m in height, so they require a garter on reliable supports. The maximum length of asparagus bean pods reaches 80 cm. The crop is valued for its ease of care, consistently high yield, and protection from pests and diseases. The period of active ripening is about 80 days, which allows us to classify the variety as late-ripening. It is better to plant Asparagus Yardlong in greenhouses, since in short and cool summer conditions the fruits will not have time to fully ripen.

Bona

A heat-loving mid-season variety with a growing season of 75-80 days. The bushes of the plant are distinguished by strong stems and compactness (height up to 40 cm). The light green pods are straight and fleshy, do not contain hard fibers, and are located in the upper part of the crop. The variety is suitable for long-term storage by canning.

It is not recommended to freeze Bona beans, as there is a risk of loss of taste characteristics. It is better to grow this variety in well-lit and warmed areas. Optimal temperature conditions for fast and proper growth are +20...+25 degrees.

Beans Melody

The climbing crop Melody brings a large harvest in the early stages of ripening. The period from the appearance of the first shoots to the harvesting of the first fruits is 45-50 days. The length of the beans is 24-25 cm, the shape is xiphoid, the color is dark green, the structure is without a parchment layer and internal fibers. For bushes to grow, it is necessary to provide strong support.

The main advantages include easy tolerance to drought and low temperatures, which makes it possible to grow green beans in regions with a predominant cool climate. High taste characteristics make it possible to use it in cooking and add variety to the taste of familiar dishes.

Caramel

Possessing a rich and sweet taste, the Caramel variety is in great demand among modern gardeners. In addition to the unusual taste properties, the advantages include early ripening (55 days from germination of the first shoots to harvest), large bush sizes (45-60 cm), and disease resistance. This variety can be grown from May to July so that the fruits have time to fully ripen. For planting, beds located in a constantly illuminated area, protected from drafts and strong winds, with light fertile soil are suitable.

Hell Rem

High-yielding climbing beans, distinguished among a wide variety of product types by an unusual mushroom aroma. The grains have a pinkish color. The fruits grow juicy and tender. Dishes with the addition of the Ad Rem variety give the impression of using real mushrooms.

This variety is loved by many summer residents not only for its taste characteristics, but also for its ease of care and resistance to various temperatures. By regularly watering the bushes and providing good lighting, you will be able to get a large harvest 50-60 days after planting.

Flamingo

An early ripening bush variety that produces the first fruits after 55-60 days from the appearance of the first shoots. Each plant contains about 10 pods, 15 cm long, bright red in color, without internal fibers and a parchment layer. The seeds are light with pink streaks. The variety has good yield when grown in any climatic conditions. Ripe fruits are suitable for freezing, canning and fresh consumption. The seedling method of growing the crop is allowed (sowing in separate containers is carried out in early May, and transplanting into open ground - a month later).

Laura

An early variety of green beans with high yields and rich taste characteristics. By growing this variety of the legume family, it is possible to obtain tender and sugary beans that can be stored for a long time without losing their original properties. Laura's fruits ripen extensively, making it easy to harvest.

In practice, the collection period lasts no more than two weeks. The pods grow up to 12 cm in length, have a cylindrical shape and a yellowish tint. There are no partitions or obvious fibers inside the fruit.

Enchantress

The ripening time for Enchantress beans is 45-50 days. You can grow the crop at the beginning of the season to free up the beds for the next planting. The yield reaches 3.2 kg per square of land. The value of the variety lies in its good tolerance to drought and low temperatures, resistance to dangerous pests, and preservation of taste characteristics after heat treatment or freezing. Enchantress is used in the preparation of various dishes, as it gives them an unusual aroma and saturates them with a vitamin complex.

Winner

A classic, fiber-free variety with green, flat beans. The crop takes a long time to ripen, and the first fruits can be harvested only 3 months after planting. It is better to grow Winner beans in greenhouse conditions so that the plants do not die due to low temperatures. If you want to plant bushes in open ground, you should resort to the seedling method.

For active and proper growth, a temperature of about 23 degrees, constant lighting of the area, cleaning the beds of weeds and regular watering are required. The peculiarity of the Winner legumes is that the crop has not only food, but also decorative purposes.

Purple Lady

Spectacular appearance is the main characteristic of the Purple Lady variety. The plant is decorated with large deep purple inflorescences. Climbing bushes have a height of up to 1.5 m and are often used as decorations. The 15 cm long pods are shaped like elongated tubes. The variety is considered early ripening, as it ripens 55-60 days after germination of the first shoots. White beans have a high taste and are used as an ingredient in many dishes.

Harmony

The mid-season variety Harmony ripens in 65-85 days after planting. The first shoots can be seen within a week. The average height of the plant is 3-3.5 m, so reliable support and tying are necessary to preserve the stems. The beans have a round, slightly curved shape and a yellow tint. There are no partitions or parchment layer inside the pods.

The seeds begin to actively germinate and produce the first shoots provided the ambient temperature is within 10-12 degrees. Harmony beans are demanding of moderate soil moisture, but are difficult to tolerate excess water.

Spanish white

A giant variety of the legume family with white fruits is called the Spanish white bean. Despite the name, the variety has gained great popularity in France and Italy. Among the many advantages, it is worth noting not only the large size, but also the unpretentiousness of the crop to environmental conditions, the ability to withstand short-term drought, and resistance to pests that are often found in the soil. Spanish white green beans are full of fiber, so frequent consumption of them has a beneficial effect on the human body.

Spatula

Shovel beans bear juicy fruits with a pronounced taste. This type contains a high content of proteins, carbohydrates, fiber, minerals and vitamins. All components have a positive effect on health with frequent use of the product. The culture does not lose its beneficial characteristics and taste after heat treatment, freezing and canning. The properties of the product allow it to be stored for a long time.

Gold Necklace

An unpretentious climbing variety that demonstrates high yield. The period from planting seeds to harvesting is 65-70 days. The height of the bushes reaches 1.5-2 m, so support is required when growing. Golden Necklace seeds are valued for their nutritional characteristics and vitamin composition. Even unripe beans can be eaten as side dishes for dishes. The culture is also suitable for freezing and pickling.

Yellow Neck

The Yellow Neck variety, widespread in many regions, is a compact bush 30-40 cm high. The growing season from the moment of sowing is no more than 65 days, subject to proper care. The fruits are located in the upper part of the bushes. Light yellow beans grow up to 12 cm in length and are located in pods without internal partitions. The culture is famous for its nutritional qualities and excellent taste.

Green beans for growing in the middle zone

The Central Zone is characterized by a variety of weather conditions, so early and late varieties of asparagus can be grown equally. Summer lasts longer, but the problem with the ripening of late-ripening beans still remains. It is recommended to pay attention to the varieties described below.

Sugar triumph

This is a classic variety of medium ripeness with green beans and yellow seeds. Asparagus is large in size, has excellent taste, and does not have hard partitions. When canned, the pods do not deform or fall apart. The yield indicator is up to 2 kg per 1 square area. In order for the plant to bear fruit well, it is important to feed it regularly and correctly.

Viola

A mid-season bean variety with low yield - up to 1.5 kg. The beans are dense in structure, long, deep purple in color (the same seeds). They are often used for preserving vegetable salads; they do not lose their original shape after freezing.

Golden Princess

A distinctive feature of this mid-season variety is its long, deep yellow beans with a sweetish taste. The bush itself is compact, the seeds are medium-sized with a fleshy consistency. The Golden Princess bears fruit well - up to 2 kg per 1 sq. m.

The Golden Princess tolerates frost well; weather conditions do not reduce the yield. This variety of asparagus is more for everyone, since the taste of the fruit is specific and not to every gourmet’s liking.

Reviews

Lina, Saratov region
I constantly plant the Oil King variety. I consider it the best of the pod species. Very tasty and pleasant pods, they look beautiful in salads and side dishes. I freeze it for the winter, then just take it out of the freezer and straight into the pan. I tried different varieties, but we still liked this one the most.

Inna, Rostov region
I grow asparagus Saxa without fiber. It matures quickly, which is why we appreciate it. Last year we managed to do it in two turns. I put the pods in bags and put them in the freezer. We eat them all winter. The family doesn’t really eat regular beans, but these ones are gobbled up instantly. Delicious with garlic and sauces, with tomatoes, as a separate side dish or in mixes.

Asparagus beans have successfully proven themselves on the plots of Russian gardeners. Thanks to the variety of varieties, it is possible to grow a harvest of healthy and tasty tender pods not only in the southern regions, but also in areas of risky farming.

Varieties of green beans for the Moscow region

The period when there is no frost in the Moscow region lasts at least 3 months. It is necessary to correctly determine the variety of asparagus in order to get a rich harvest and not ruin late-ripening plants.

Emerald earrings

The variety is early ripening, grows in a compact bush with 15-25 pods, 18 cm each. The beans are green, the seeds are light brown. When cooked, the color of asparagus does not change, and the integrity of the fruit is not lost. The yield indicator is up to 2.5 kg per square meter, depending on the regularity of watering and fertilizing.

Black Opal

Low bush of early ripeness. The leaves are green and take the form of plates. The flowers are small and purple in color. Ripe beans are deep green in color and the seeds are black. The fruits are tasty, juicy, without a parchment layer, grow at a height of 30 cm from the ground, protected from harmful insects.

From 1 square of area you can collect up to 2 kg of fruit. To increase productivity, Black Opal bushes are tied to a vertical support, regularly shaped and pruned. With proper care, the fruiting rate increases to 2.6 kg.

Crane

Another early ripening bush with stable yield. The beans are green, medium in size, and are especially often used in cooking. From 1 square of area you can collect up to 1.7 kg of fresh fruit. The Zhuravushka variety tolerates frost well, but it is better to grow it in greenhouse conditions. The plant has strong immunity and is resistant to bacteriosis and fungal infections.

Vigna beans: varieties

This group contains representatives of Asian green beans with elongated beans. Unlike many asparagus species, this vegetable can be eaten fresh.

Kalancha

With complete care, 2-2.3 kg of pods are removed from one bush of this type of asparagus. The valves are delicate, green in color, grow up to 80-85 cm. The plants are tall and require the installation of strong supports. The pods hang around the shoots like garlands. Inside the beans are tiny black seeds.

Macaretti

The pods of this variety of Vigna are suitable for freezing and preservation. Macaretti is the result of the work of domestic breeders; it has been grown in private plots for more than ten years.

Gardeners give only positive reviews about this Vigna, noting the taste and juiciness of the blades, high harvest rates (up to 1.5-1.8 kg per bush), universal use (cooking, frying, freezing).

On a note!

Unlike many varieties of Vigna, Macaretti's beans are not particularly long, up to 35 cm.

Lillian

This variety was introduced to the market. Cowpea is late-ripening (82-84 days), highly productive (up to 3-3.2 kg of beans). It produces beautiful green pods, 55-60 cm each. Each weighs between 48-50 grams. The seeds are purple with a brown tint.

Fakir

Domestic development, beans on tall bushes grow up to 50-60 cm. The plant is a climbing type, needs support. The length of the main stem and lashes is 2.5-3 meters. Asparagus beans are juicy, with a small diameter (up to 1 cm), suitable for all types of processing.

The best varieties of the genus Vigna

Asian green beans on the Russian market are called Vigna. You can find another name - Chinese long beans. Imported seeds are sold on the market or in specialized stores. The popularity of such varieties of asparagus is no less, and their beneficial properties are high.

Macaretti

This is a mid-season variety with a harvest on days 62-67 of the growing season. The pods reach 35 cm in length and weigh up to 25 g each. During the season, you can harvest 1.5 kg from 1 bush. The Makaretti variety is well suited for any processing and is in demand in the food industry.

Countess

An early ripening variety with pods up to 80 cm in length. From 1 bush you can harvest up to 2 kg of beans, which is a high yield. The pods are thin, rich green in color, and have a dense consistency. The beans are pleasant, juicy in taste, and do not disintegrate when cooked or frozen. To increase productivity, bushes are tied on vertical supports.

Kalancha

This bean variety attracts with its early ripening, ease of care and strong immunity. The length of the beans is up to 86 cm, weight – 55 g. The seeds are small, but very useful, there is no parchment layer. From 1 bush per season you can collect up to 2.2 kg of fruit.

Lillian

This variety was bred by Russian breeders, but in terms of appearance and taste it is in no way inferior to its Asian counterparts. The length of green beans is up to 50 cm, weight is 50 g. The yield per bush is up to 3 kg.

Siberian size

A distinctive feature of the early ripening variety is a good harvest at low air temperatures (up to 2 kg per square meter). The length of the asparagus is 50 cm, the taste of the beans is excellent. Unlike Vigna, Siberian size quickly adapts to any climatic conditions and has strong immunity.

Read about how to grow and care for green beans in open ground in the following article.

When choosing a variety of green beans for growing, take into account not only taste preferences, but also the climatic conditions of a particular region (seasonality), care features, and yield indicators.

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Green beans: two types under one name

Vegetable bean dishes, first tried by Europeans in the 18th century, were made from the Phaseolus vulgaris bean species brought from the American shores by the Spaniards and Portuguese.
Over the past centuries, many productive varieties of common beans have been developed, including those that do not form a parchment layer inside the blades. Such plants produce elongated, cylindrical dietary beans that retain the juiciness of the leaves for a very long time. In addition, today gardeners and adherents of a healthy lifestyle are offered to try numerous and very interesting varieties of green beans from the Asian region. This is the cowpea bean or cowpea, several varieties of which are grouped under the name Vigna unguiculata.

The peculiarity of this type of bean is its long, round pods in cross section. If the pods of green beans of domestic, European or American selection do not exceed 40 cm in length, then cowpea beans, with proper care, can easily grow to a meter in length. Due to their unusual appearance, beans are sometimes called snake beans in China and the West.

The closest relatives of this kind of asparagus bean shown in the photo are butterfly beans from India, mung beans and a number of species common in Africa, the Asian region and the Middle East. At the same time, both types of green beans are annual plants, cultivated as bush or climbing forms and producing not only juicy pods, but also edible, nutritious seeds of various sizes and colors.

Unlike American varieties of green beans, which are necessarily subjected to heat treatment, cowpea beans of milky-waxy ripeness can be safely eaten raw. Small cowpea seeds are useful not only in traditional dishes, but also sprouted. The only drawback of this amazing green bean is its heat-loving nature, so in central Russia the plant can often be seen in greenhouses, where Asian beans bring a stable harvest of pods and seeds for sowing. To speed up the production of cowpea beans, you can:

choose bush varieties of green beans, which tend to ripen faster than climbing plants, but their beans are much shorter;
give preference to Chinese or domestic varieties and hybrids, which are less whimsical than Japanese varieties.

Recently, American-bred cowpea beans have become popular. Asparagus varieties of common beans are not becoming less in demand.

How to cook delicious green beans? Recipe box

Asparagus is in quite high demand in cooking, because it is not only incredibly healthy, but also very tasty. If you have at least 200-300 grams of fresh or frozen pods in your refrigerator, then you are guaranteed an appetizing and healthy lunch! And simple recipes that even a beginner can handle will help you prepare it.

First course options

If you want to cook green beans in a tasty and unique way, use the recipe for a delicate vegetarian cream soup with potatoes and garlic. To do this, boil one large root vegetable in salted water, and 10 minutes before readiness, add 100 grams of asparagus, your favorite spices and carrots and garlic pre-sautéed in olive oil.

After removing the pan from the stove, puree the soup using a blender, place into serving bowls and garnish with finely chopped herbs.

If you prefer tender and nutritious vegetable dishes, be sure to also try preparing a light soup from pre-cooked vegetables and a vegetarian soup with asparagus and broccoli - they will diversify the menu with simple and tasty first courses for every day.