When is the best time to plant kidney beans?

Cloud bean planting time

The best time to plant cloud beans is in spring and autumn. The climate in these two seasons is suitable, which is very helpful for seed germination and seedling growth. The specific time is April-May in spring and September-October in autumn. It is best to do it in spring.

How to plant kidney beans

1. Land preparation and fertilization

Green beans must be planted in relatively flat land, and sufficient base fertilizer must be applied to improve soil fertility. Usually 1000-2000 kg of farmyard manure should be applied per mu, and 30-50 kg of compound fertilizer should be added. After fertilization, the land needs to be plowed and ridges made.

2. Seed selection

Before sowing cloud beans, grains should be selected. Choose seeds that are large, plump, uniform, glossy and undamaged. Before sowing, dry the seeds in the sun for 1-2 days to promote uniform germination and prevent seed rot caused by low temperatures in early spring.

3. Planting seeds

Sow the selected seeds into the soil according to a certain row spacing, with a sowing depth of 10-15 cm. Cover them with soil after sowing, about 6 cm deep. After that, water them thoroughly to keep the soil moist. If the ambient temperature is low, cover them with ground film.

Notes on planting kidney beans

After the mung bean seedlings emerge, you need to add soil to them and clean the drainage ditches. When the seedlings grow to 30 cm high, you need to build a frame to guide the vines. Usually a tripod is chosen so that it is not easy to fall over. In addition, you can add some fertilizer regularly to accelerate its growth.