25 JULY 1952, Page 14

Looking after Beans - Runner-beans cannot be left to take

care of themselves. They should be stopped when they have reached a satisfactory height, sprayed with cool, clear water to help the flowers to set, and kept moist at the roots. Later, when the crop begins to come, it should be gathered as often as possible. Like many other things, runners tend to stop producing when the beans swell and mature, as they will