You will find a Clove hitch the most useful knot to use around the garden and perfect when constructing supports for growing climbers like Peas, Beans ,Squash, Tomatoes Melons and Cucumbers.
Pass the end of the rope around the pole. Continue over the standing end and around the pole a second time. Thread the end under itself and pull tight to form the clove hitch.
This variety Gigante svizzero is a great tasting sugar snap and very productive and if you are new to growing peas it a great one to start with.
If you starting peas for podding its still the best way to start them in moduals
In this video I will show you how to build a simple wigwam support using the right knots that will strengthen the structure and then plant out my climbing bean plants.
Its not to late to sow beans directly into the ground in your vegetable beds, and there are a huge variety of beans that will give you a great crop. Beans are a super crop that can be used in so many ways, as green beans, as mature beans and for store cupboard items too. A real all round vegetable that is versatile and tasty.
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