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Growing Beans and Peas in Santa Cruz County: Easy Protein from Your Garden
Beans and peas are some of the most rewarding crops for Santa Cruz gardens. They are easy to grow, improve your soil, and produce abundantly with minimal care.
Bean and Pea Troubleshooting Guide
Yellow leaves, no pods, or mysterious holes? This troubleshooting guide covers the most common bean and pea problems in Santa Cruz County and how to fix them.
Saving Bean and Pea Seeds
Beans and peas are the easiest crops for seed saving. Let pods dry on the vine, harvest, and store for next season's planting.

