"Rufus" wrote in message ...
Hi,

This year my wife and I hope to grow runner beans up canes in three large
tubs.
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Finally, is it worth doing, or should I stick to buying them from
the local supermarket?

It is most certainly worth doing. You will never get supermarket
runner beans as fresh, tender and cheap as you do by growing
them yourself. In addition it is very satisfying to pick your own veg.

Nick H,
still enjoying my 2002 runner beans from the freezer.