How Should A Magic Bean Plant Be Maintained?

The magic bean plant, also known as the Lucky Bean Plant or Australian Chestnut plant, is an evergreen tree that thrives indoors or in a container. Its characteristics include its medicinal and nutritional benefits, folklore, and cultural significance. To grow a lucky bean plant, choose a pot or container that can hold the desired number of beans spaced at around 5cm.

To care for the magic bean plant, start when it is approximately three months old and then periodically throughout its life. The ideal temperature for the plant is 16-27C (60-80F). Water the plant weekly or whenever the top 2 inches of the soil feel dry to the touch, avoiding overwatering to prevent root rot and fungal growth.

The plant should be kept in a well-lit room with bright filtered light. Water the plant thoroughly once per week or as required, but less often in winter. If the plant has been left dry for an extended period, revive it by soaking it.

In summary, the magic bean plant is an easy-to-care plant that thrives in rich, well-draining soil and requires minimal attention and maintenance. Its medicinal and nutritional benefits make it a valuable addition to any garden or home.


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Can beans be overwatered?

String beans require a consistent moisture supply for growth, especially during flowering and pod development. Overwatering can cause stress and rot, so it’s crucial to keep the soil moist but not soggy. On average, string bean plants need 1 to 1. 5 inches of water per week, including rainfall. To ensure adequate watering, check the soil by inserting a finger about an inch deep. Applying water slowly and deeply, allowing it to penetrate the soil to a depth of 6 to 8 inches, encourages the development of a robust root system that can access water stored deeper in the soil.

Shallow watering results in roots remaining close to the soil surface, making plants more vulnerable to dry spells and temperature fluctuations. Focus on watering at the base of the plants to ensure water reaches the roots and maintains foliage dryness, reducing disease risk.

What are the white spots on my magic bean plant?
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What are the white spots on my magic bean plant?

Eden Seeds offers a variety of traditional open pollinated bean seeds online. The French bean is a major pest, and soil hilling around the base can help prevent the bean fly from stinging the plant. Garlic spray can also help. Red spider mites can attack beans, with yellow/white spots on the surface and fine cobwebs on the tips. Aphids, caterpillars, and green vegetable bugs may also attack beans. Rust can also be a problem with some varieties.

To prevent pests, pick beans before they become tough and stringy, shell them, and store them unwashed in plastic bags in the refrigerator for up to three days. Wet beans will develop black spots and decay quickly.

To store green beans, blanch them in boiling water, cool quickly, drain well, pack them into bags, label them, and freeze them as quickly as possible. This will help prevent oversupply and ensure the quality of the beans.

Why are the leaves on my magic bean plant turning yellow?
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Why are the leaves on my magic bean plant turning yellow?

Excess water in a vegetable garden can lead to yellowing bean leaves, which can be a sign of root rot. To detect this issue, consider the weather conditions and watering frequency. If overwatering is the issue, reduce watering frequency and base watering on need. To gauge soil moisture, stick a finger into the soil at the base of the plants and pull back any mulch.

Water stress can cause yellowing leaves in bean plants due to their shallow roots and need for a steady supply of moisture. Deep watering in dry weather is essential, and applying straw mulch between rows and at the base of pole beans can help hold soil moisture and reduce irrigation needs. Organic matter like compost or aged manure can also improve soil water holding capacity.

Soil type also plays a role in how quickly soil dries out. Clay-based soils hold water better than sandy soils, so they don’t need as much watering. Bean plants have a higher moisture requirement during flowering and pod setting, so pay extra attention to soil moisture and deep water when it’s dry 2 inches deep. Use a long-handled watering wand to direct water to the plant’s base.

How to revive a bean plant?

To revitalize green bean cultivation, it is recommended to prune the plants to a height of 4 inches, apply 5 pounds of 5-10-1 fertilizer per 100 square feet, and provide at least 1 inch of irrigation per week to ensure optimal production.

How do you take care of a magic plant?

Colocasia Black Magic is a beautiful plant that requires regular watering and feeding throughout its growing season. Its lustrous leaves can be supported by fish fertiliser and water from ponds. However, it requires care and attention, and is extremely frost-tender. For low maintenance options, check out our guide to low maintenance plants. Colocasia Black Magic is not suitable for cold weather.

Where should I plant magic beans?
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Where should I plant magic beans?

Magic Beans can be planted in various locations, including Zora’s Domain, Gerudo Valley, Lost Woods, Kokiri Forest, Kakariko Graveyard, Death Mountain Trail, Death Mountain Interior, Lake Hylia, and Desert Colossus. The Bean hole can be reached by floating down the canyon, holding a Cucco, entering the Lost Woods from Kokiri Forest, and going left twice. The Kakariko Graveyard is located on the left side of the trail. The Death Mountain Trail is located next to the entrance to Dodongo’s Cavern.

The Bolero of Fire can be used to warp inside the cave, and a Bean hole is located nearby. Lake Hylia is next to the Laboratory, and the Desert Colossus is next to the entrance of the Spirit Temple. Gold Skulltulas can be forced out of any Magic Bean hole by pouring a bottle of bugs, regardless of whether the bean was planted.

Why are my bean leaves turning brown and falling off?

A soil test prior to planting is of paramount importance in order to ascertain the requisite nutrients for optimal plant growth. Deficiencies in nitrogen, potassium, phosphorus, manganese, and magnesium can result in the browning of leaves and the formation of necrotic leaf spots, underscoring the necessity for the precise addition of nutrients.

How tall do magic beans grow?

The eucalyptus tree, a native of Australia, has the potential to reach an impressive height of 130 feet and can survive for up to 150 years.

Why is my magic bean plant dying?

Overwatering your magic bean can lead to rotten beans, so it’s essential to keep the soil moist but not sodden or swampy. This may involve lightly spraying the soil with water at least once a day. Putting your beans under the tap may be the end of them. Additionally, magic beans prefer hydrogen peroxide bubble baths, which provide a hot soapy experience after a long day. This will help prevent rot and ensure the beans are healthy and happy.

How do you look after a magic bean plant?

Castanospermum australe requires regular watering to maintain its health and growth. It should be kept moist but not in standing water, and the soil should be soaked well and allowed to dry before watering again. In early fall and winter, water just enough to prevent soil drying out completely. The top 3cm of soil should dry to the touch before watering thoroughly. Fertilizer is not necessary for the first year, but liquid plant food can be added monthly from spring to summer. Castanospermum australe should be kept in a small pot until the soil dries out, then moved to a larger pot if it starts drying out too quickly.

How often should I water magic beans?
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How often should I water magic beans?

To maintain optimal growth and health, the Magic Bean requires regular watering. This should be done once a week or as needed, with less frequent watering during the winter months. In the event that the plant has been subjected to prolonged periods of desiccation, it is recommended that the plant be soaked in water for a period of approximately ten minutes in order to facilitate its revival. In the spring and late summer/autumn, the plant should be fertilized with a slow-release fertilizer.


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  • Thank you! I’ve had my plant for over a year now the plant is thriving. I noticed it was in a dormant state for some time but when I moved it to a place where it was once thriving, it began to bud and sprout again. However all the beans have died except one and it’s brown and shriveled now. How do I get it to be or stay green? Also how can I grow more of these?

  • Hi, great article!, l have one of these plants, and it has been going well, leaves at one time were wilting or drying up, i pruned them off and it came back beautifully. Then some of my beans died off and came away from the stalk is this normal?.. also i forgot to water (usually weekly) last week and noticed it all drooped down, i sat the dish in the sink and watered it left water in the saucer and left it overnight. In the morning it was still drooped over and all water soaked up… i sat it back in its spot near the door, and four days later it needed watering again, the plant is still drooped. Should maybe i repot this? It started with 5 or 6 beans ands now has only 3. any suggestions would help, thankyou…. i am on the east coast of australia.

  • QUESTION: Hi Jenna. I’m stumped. Last 3 season I grew tons of long beans. Similar to the Asian or French or Yard long type. But they don’t freeze well. Even when blanching. Do the standard short green beans freeze ok or better? I don’t mind blanching. Can you recommend a nice green bean? I’m limited on space so I can’t do Bush. I need vine / pole beans. Thank You so much!

  • Hi Jenna I have planted my bush beans, chilli peppers, and tomatoes in one raise bed .. tomatoes r doing good.. but the bush beans plant leaves r turning pale green and they r not growing .. same with the chilli peppers .. I have a proper sunlight for 6-8 hours .. Is it bcoz of over watering or under watering or improper watering ? .. plz advise me on wat to do