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Growing Better Beets, Peas & Beans: Nutrient Secrets

Beets need high K (3rd number), low N. Loose soil (raised beds + compost/peat). 50 days to 3–4". Beans/peas fix own N; need P. Add inoculant powder for bigger yields. Bush beans (Maxibel) outyield pole—plant 4" apart in 4×4 block. Expect 50+ beans/plant, 1–2 flushes.

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