Whether you call them string beans, snap beans, or haricots verts, green beans are a great addition to any backyard garden, and because they're easy to grow and harvest, they can be a good gateway ...

Picking the right varieties will ensure you have tomatoes, cucumbers and other produce suitable to the types of dishes.

Green beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), also known as snap beans, are a favorite of summer gardeners -- which is why there is so much disappointment when the harvest is paltry. But pests and diseases aren't ...