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I set my runner beans in pots about 2 weeks ago. Currently they are about 8 inches high but have only just spread their seed leaves. Are they supposed to be this leggy ?

They dont look weak and are all growing really well, in fact very very fast, I just wonder why the stems on most of them are about 5-6 inches long.

They are not starved of light or heat, they're in a plastic greenhouse on the top level, the same place I've started all my seeds.

Thanks...

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An onion can make people cry but there's never been a vegetable that can make people laugh.
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Mine always start like that

sounds like mine too !!!!!!
lucky that

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An onion can make people cry but there's never been a vegetable that can make people laugh.
Will Rogers

i planted 40 odd on the 5th May,Ive only had one come through though.bout 2in high. Is this bad news??

Sebbster
Your beans sound fine to me.
Stacey - if you feel inclined, have a gentle root around in the soil / compost and see what is happening - if they have germinated but not shown, you may have them too deep, or they may have rotted if too deep and wet - have a look and let us know what you find and we may be able to assist further. Hope they are alright though.

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