Sydney Penner farms several acres in Wilmore KY, after having grown up farming in the rather different climate of Nova Scotia. He picked up the bean bug as a child and was fascinated by their endless variation in colour, pattern, and shape. They're still his favourite crop.

	Article Written by: Angie Lavezzo
	About the Author: Angie Lavezzo is the former general manager of Sow True Seed. Beyond her professional role at Sow True, Angie's passion for gardening extends into personal hands-on experience, fostering plants and reaping bountiful harvests.