Beans with a strong flavor and a crunchy texture that stand out due to their yellow color. The RHS Award of Garden Merit winner Dwarf Bean 'Dior' forms compact, sturdy plants that consistently set high yields of uniform pods about 13 cm long. 45 cm in height. 30 cm spread. Planting companions: To keep aphids away from your crop, try growing French beans with Nasturtiums. Sowing Information Sow dwarf bean seeds indoors from mid April for transplanting later on, or direct sow outdoors from late May to July. Indoors, sow bean seeds at a depth of 5cm (2") in 7.5cm (3") pots or trays of free-draining, seed sowing compost. Place in a propagator or seal container inside a plastic bag at a temperature of 12-25C (54-77F) until germination, which takes 7-10 days. Do not exclude light as this helps germination. Once germinated, grow on in cooler conditions until all risk of frost has passed and the dwarf French bean plants are large enough to be transplanted. Gradually acclimatise them to outdoor conditions over 7 - 10 days before planting French beans outdoors in rich fertile, well drained soil in full sun with protection from strong winds. Alternatively direct sow dwarf green beans outdoors when the soil as warmed. Sow 2 bean seeds per station at a depth of 5cm (2") and a distance of 23cm (9") apart. Plant dwarf beans in rows that are 45cm (18") apart.
