Climbing Pods

Climbing Pods
A Gardeners Starter Kit

Starter Kit
Barcode:5055128613446

Seed growing kit contains three varieties of peas and beans, climbing-plant netting, ground pegs and wall fixing hooks.
Height: mixed

  • prefers full sun
  • climbing varieties
  • vegetable selection


(See full sowing instructions for individual varieties)



Climbing plants are an attractive feature for any allotment or vegetable garden, but they are also an excellent space-saver. Climbing peas and beans are some of the most productive plants you can grow.

Pea Early Onwards
SOW DIRECT OUTDOORS: from March to June into finely raked, moist soil where they are to grow, against support frame. Sow seeds in rows spaced 5cm apart and 5cm deep, cover with quality compost and water well. Germination can take 7-10 days.
SOW INDOORS: for earlier crops from February to March, when there is still a risk of frost outside. Place on a warm windowsill or greenhouse and transplant outdoors from April. Harvest peas from June to October. Peas are usually ready to crop 12-16 weeks after sowing. Eat fresh or pick and freeze them to keep throughout the season.br> Height: 60cm. Spread: 50cm.

Runner Bean Scarlet Emperor
SOW INDOORS: from March to June 5cm deep in a tray of free-draining, seed compost. Place inside a plastic bag for 7-10 days. Transplant outdoors from June. Acclimatise and plant in full sun or semi shade with protection from strong winds.
SOW OUTDOORS: from April at a depth of 5cm and a distance of 30cm apart. Plant runner beans in rows that are 150cm apart. Beans can be harvested from July to October. Pick the beans regularly and a little on the young side to ensure top quality and prolonged cropping. Beans are ready to crop 12-14 weeks after sowing and can be frozen to keep nutrients locked in.
Height 300cm. Spread: 30cm.

Broad Bean Bunyards Exhibition
SOW OUTDOORS: direct into finely raked, moist compost from February to May at a depth of 5cm and spaced out to 20cm. Ideally sow in double rows, allowing 23cm between each row. Cover with cloches to protect from frost and cold snaps in early spring. Opt for a well-sheltered, sunny spot in the garden for best results. Germination can take 7-14 days.
Support growing plants to help them to climb. Pinch out growing tips after the first flowers to encourage a plentiful crop of beans and deter blackfly. Beans are ready to crop 14 weeks after sowing, harvest from June to August.
Height: 120cm. Spread: 45cm.


Peas, Broad Beans and Runner Beans are easy to grow and have a rewarding crop. They are great vegetables to get children interested in gardening because they shoot up quickly and are trouble free and fun to pick. Here are our top tips for home grown peas and beans...

EARLY CROPS: Seeds can be started indoors in pots and transplanted outdoors after last frost.
PROTECT SEEDLINGS: Autumn and early spring sowings will benefit from cloche protection or growing in warm greenhouse.
THE PERFECT POSITION: Peas and beans require a sunny, position with rich, well drained soil. If your ground is acidic, apply lime a few weeks before planting.
PREVENT ROTTING: Peas and beans sown in cold, wet ground will rot so make sure the soil is warm. In early spring, cover the soil with polythene before sowing and then protect seedlings with fleece. PLAN TO PICK: It is important leave gaps between rows to pick your pods. A crop of radish or lettuce can be grown in the gap, to be harvested before you start picking the peas and beans.
WATER YOUR PODS: Give them a really good soak to encourage good pod formation. Keep them weeded until well established.
REGULAR PICKING IS ESSENTIAL: The more you harvest, the more will pods be produced. Harvest from the bottom of the plant working upwards. Do not pull up the plant as the roots are full of nitrogen-fixing bacteria.


Further Information

Peas & beans need support to which their new growth can cling or twine around.
Support types

Cage Support
Most suited to broad beans. Place 4 canes in the chosen area. Wrap netting around the canes creating a cage like structure to give the beans some support when climbing and protect the beans from strong winds. Garden twine can also be used but must be layered to create support.

Wigwam Support
Most suited to runner beans, space 3 canes out evenly in the chosen growing area ensuring they are pushed down deep enough to prevent movement. Gather the canes at the top and secure with garden twine. Netting can be attached to the canes to create extra support for the plants stems.

Wall Support
Wall supports are fantastic for creating extra growing space in the garden and covering unsightly buildings or walls. Peas are more suited to this kind of support. Simply select an area where you wish your climbers to grow, and attach the climbing netting provided.

Support growing

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