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(Zone 6a)  TomNJ Mar 24, 2012 11:44 AM CST |
| So, what does everyone think of trellising beans on my fruit trees? The trees are about seven feet tall. It seems like a good idea to me. |
Name: Dave Whitinger Jacksonville, Texas (Zone 8b)              |
| I like the idea for the fertility building, but wouldn't the trees cast too much shade? I grow purple hull peas (a variety of cowpea) in my orchard, but not right up against the trees themselves. |
(Zone 6a) TomNJ Mar 24, 2012 12:22 PM CST |
| I hadn't considered the shade aspect. That will likely be a problem. I think I will try it, nonetheless. I'll let you know how I make out. |
Name: Dave Whitinger Jacksonville, Texas (Zone 8b) |
I see no reason not to try. The worst thing that'll happen is that the beans won't bear any pods.  |
(Zone 6a) TomNJ Apr 8, 2012 11:46 AM CST |
| Well, I sowed pole beans around my five trees. The trees are about seven foot tall. So, maybe shade won't be too big an issue. We'll see. |
 flynnie May 17, 2012 8:44 AM CST |
| TomNJ I've seen your trees. I don't think at this time shade is an issue for you. You might have an issue in a couple years, but you mine as well enjoy those beans now, I will be doing the same thing around my apple trees. |
(Zone 6a) TomNJ May 21, 2012 7:52 PM CST |
flynnie said:TomNJ Thanks. The beans seem to be taking off just fine. |
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