Plant This Joyful Crop
June is the perfect time to plant beans
French beans in my Tine Garden
It was early June when I saw it — a little bean plant winding its way up an old stick wedged against a garden fence.
It wasn’t in a bed or a container. It had sprouted between a crack in the gravel and a fence post, curling toward the sun like it had somewhere very important to be.
And that’s when I fell in love with beans.
They’re one of the easiest, fastest, and most rewarding crops you can grow — and right now, in June, is the perfect time to sow them.
Why Beans Are Perfect for Beginners (Especially in Summer)
Whether you’re just starting your garden, or adding a few new crops to your growing space, beans are forgiving, generous, and full of energy.
Here’s why I love them:
✅ Warm soil = fast germination (often just a few days)
✅ No need for seed trays — direct sowing works beautifully
✅ Climbing and bush varieties fit any space
✅ They fix nitrogen, which enriches your soil naturally
✅ They keep producing for weeks — the more you harvest, the more they give
Even better? Beans grow vertically. That means they give a lot, while taking up very little ground space — ideal for urban gardens, balconies, and small backyards.
Climbing or Bush Beans? What’s Best for You?
Climbing Beans (Runner, French, Pole):
These need support (like a bamboo teepee, a trellis, or netting). They grow tall, fast, and produce for a longer season.Bush Beans (Dwarf French or Green Beans):
More compact, they’re perfect for containers and don’t need any support. You’ll get a slightly smaller harvest but they grow quickly and are great for smaller spaces.
How to Grow Beans in June
What you need:
A sunny spot (at least 6 hours a day)
Pots, raised beds, or bags with good drainage
Bamboo canes, a frame, or string support (for climbers)
Water and warmth — no special feed required early on
Steps:
Sow directly into the soil – around 2.5 cm deep
Water gently but regularly – especially in warm weather
Add support early – don’t wait until they’re climbing all over each other
Harvest regularly – to keep plants producing
Keep an eye on slugs – they love young shoots
You can keep sowing beans every 2–3 weeks until late July for a continuous harvest.
Watch the Step-by-Step Bean Session
I hosted a full YouTube live session all about growing beans — from sowing to harvesting. It’s relaxed, packed with tips, and perfect for gardeners of all levels.
🎥 Watch the full Bean Special on YouTube
And if you’re new to gardening or want more structure and guidance...
🌿 Join my Beginner Gardening Course — It’s designed to help urbanites grow food with confidence, even in the tiniest spaces.
Let your beans climb, and let this summer be the one where your garden grows with you.