There’s a legume for every grower! Having made their way into the diets of civilizations around the world, they serve the dual purpose of fixing nitrogen in the soil and satisfying a range of nutritional needs. For edible pods, try some Bush Beans, Pole Beans, and Asparagus Beans. For fresh shelling and drying, peruse the Lima Beans, Fava Beans, Edamame and Drying Beans.