A close-up of lima bean pods growing up a trellis - A S M Almas/Shutterstock For many plants, alliums (of the herb or flower variety) can be great companions. They can deter pests like aphids and ...

. One tip that you won't want to gloss over is companion planting. Lima beans thrive in the garden when paired with the correct crops, like root vegetables, vine plants, and more. Lima beans have many ...

May 1 is an ideal day to plant lima beans for a head start. No, not to plant them outdoors in the garden, but to start them in a warm sport indoors in pots. Over the years, I’ve found there are three ...

Beans, beans, they’re good for your heart. The more you eat the more you … should consider growing your own. Beans are very easy to grow in the home garden and will yield a high rate of return with ...

This story is from The Pulse, a weekly health and science podcast. Find it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. On a misty, spring day in May, about a dozen volunteers ...

Packed with plant-based protein, fiber, and essential minerals, lima beans are one of the most underrated superfoods—supporting gut, heart, and metabolic health all at once.