All that's left to do is tie a string halfway up the cane (around 50cm) and then again at the top (1m) to give your broad beans something to cling onto. Now that you've mastered how to grow broad ...

Broad beans are an ancient favourite with evidence ... are up and use anything from pea sticks to bamboo with string to support the plant. Dwarf varieties will need less space and less staking ...

Beans are perfect for a sunny, well-drained spot. They prefer to grow in moist, fertile soil in a sheltered spot away from strong winds, but can also be grown successfully in pots. Sowing seeds ...