Plant the seeds 1-2 inches deep and be sure to water the soil immediately and regularly, until it sprouts. Pole beans will need some type of support to grow on. Be sure the trellis, teepee, fence or whatever is in place before you seed.

Are navy beans bush or pole beans?

Green beans, including purple-colored varieties and wax beans, come in both bush and pole-growth habits. Most beans that are dried for storage, such as kidney, pinto and navy beans, are pole beans. All bean varieties like sunny, well-drained soil.

How do I know if I have pole beans or bush beans?

1. Bush beans grow compactly (reaching about two-feet tall) and do not require extra support from a structure like a trellis.
2. Pole beans grow as climbing vines that may reach 10 to 15 feet tall. Therefore, pole beans require a trellis or staking.