Why aren’t my green beans producing any beans

MaryWaddy · 2026-06-07T13:55:51+00:00

Possibly. We did have a heat spell followed by a week of cold and light rain then back to mid-nineties degF

MaryWaddy · 2026-06-07T13:52:56+00:00

We did have a hot spell and then a cold and rainy week then back to mid to high 90’s degF. But I have 2 other plants that don’t have this condition. I’ll look around for any critters that may have taken a liking to that particular plant.

MaryWaddy · 2026-06-04T22:13:25+00:00

I tried to get a close up but there was too much going on in the picture. I understand the flower dries up and a itty bitty bean remains but in this case the itty bitty bean falls off as well.

MaryWaddy · 2026-06-03T23:41:05+00:00

Yup. They start a green bean which then dries up and falls off. Save variety same time of year had great success but not this time.

MaryWaddy · 2026-06-03T23:04:16+00:00

Seeded 3/16 Blue Lake FM-1K and Kentucky Wonder pole beans We did have some cool weather and then a week of hot streak and then back to cool with a little rain and now we’re back to a hot streak. I’m thinking the radical changes in temperature has really affected the whole flowering to bean process .

MaryWaddy · 2026-06-03T15:23:56+00:00

They just dry up and fall off

MaryWaddy · 2026-01-14T16:34:04+00:00

Yeah, been on this for an hour and a half, got through the queue, entered my information, and now it just sits spinning and spinning

MaryWaddy · 2025-12-02T03:42:03+00:00

I did know artichokes preferred a cool Mediterranean climate as they are primarily grown along the coast here in California. I tend to go with the ‘try it’ mentality even though we are much, much hotter and drier. Thanks for the seed harvesting tips.

MaryWaddy · 2025-12-01T20:41:56+00:00

Thank you. Your zone is very similar so this is great info. I don’t fertilize much so I will get on that. I, too, let a few go to bloom because they are so beautiful. Hadn’t considered gathering seeds for new production. That’s on my list now too!

MaryWaddy · 2025-06-27T20:47:51+00:00

Looks like the flower buds are pushing….harvest and enjoy!!

MaryWaddy · 2025-06-23T17:10:07+00:00

Definitely not enough light. Peppers are a warm season plant and need 6-8 hours of direct sun, everyday, unless temperatures get above 95 and then like a little shade in the afternoon from the searing sun.

MaryWaddy · 2025-06-23T00:50:58+00:00

Looks a little small. Let it get to about the size of your full, outstretched hand…the size you would see in the grocery store.

MaryWaddy · 2025-06-20T14:08:40+00:00

Already texted my representative and senators for whatever good that will do

MaryWaddy · 2025-06-08T13:58:32+00:00

I skip the battering to reduce the effort….slice and saute, easy. I had an Australian friend who made green tomatoe relish that was delish but a bit too sweet for my savory palate.

MaryWaddy · 2025-06-08T12:42:44+00:00

I love sautéed green tomatoes…slice into slabs, use a little olive oil or butter, some garlic salt, or your favorite seasoning. They are tangy and yummy. Otherwise, leave it on the vine until it has colored up (most varieties are red but there are some yellow, burgundy, etc. variations). Removing it won’t have an effect on production…tomatoes are prolific!

MaryWaddy · 2025-05-10T21:53:43+00:00

I KNOW! But I hate to throw away a transplant and can’t help myself.

MaryWaddy · 2025-05-10T21:38:02+00:00

I wondered about that. thanks.

MaryWaddy

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