Common bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Care, watering, light and tips for Common bean on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Fabaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 5–35 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Common bean
Phaseolus vulgaris, commonly known as common bean or green bean, is an annual plant in the Fabaceae family, prized for its edible pods and seeds. It can be bushy or climbing, with deep green trifoliate leaves and small flowers that can be white, pink, or purple. It's an ideal plant for home vegetable gardens, edible landscapes, and can be grown in large pots with support if it's a climbing variety.
Native range
Mexico and Central America
Care tips
It requires full sun (at least 6-8 hours daily) for good pod production. The soil should be well-drained, rich in organic matter, and with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0); maintain consistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod development. Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizers, as this will promote foliage growth at the expense of pod production.
How to save a dying Common bean
- Warning signs
- Yellowing or pale leaves, sudden wilting, deformed or absent pods. Stunted growth.
- First aid
- Check soil drainage and moisture. Ensure full sunlight (6-8h). Fertilize with phosphorus if no flowering.
- What kills it
- Inconsistent watering, poor or waterlogged soil, excessive shade, pests like aphids or spider mites.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if you act quickly. Correct watering and light. Check for pests and fungal diseases.