North Madison in Lake County, Ohio — The American Midwest (Great Lakes)
Green Beans
phaseoulous vulgaris
Photographed by Craig Doda, May 2, 2026
1. Green Beans Marker
The Plant
The plant will need at least eight hours of sun a day, and consistent soil moisture until the seeds sprout, and the basic macronutrients that help are Nitrogen, Potassium, and Zinc.
Pests like aphids, small insects that suck sap, and spider mites are problems. Diseases like root rot, leaf spot diseases, and mold also pose threats.
The Benefits
-Calories 31 per 100g
-Carbs 7 per 100g
-Fiber 4 per 100g
-Protein 1.8 per 100g
Green Beans are a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals
The 3 best companion plants are cucumber, eggplant, and radish.
The Cultural Connection
Green beans have been a part of Americas culture and history for a long time, they were first domesticated and have been a staple food for a millennia. They were first introduced to Europe from explorers like Christopher Columbus, which led to them becoming more traditional in cuisine.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Agriculture • Colonial Era • Exploration.
Location. 41° 47.358′ N, 81° 4.089′ W. Marker is in North Madison, Ohio, in
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Regionally, this marker is in Greater Cleveland, on the Lake Erie Shore, and in the Western Reserve. It is also in the American Midwest and on the Great Lakes. Globally, it is in North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Haudenosaunee (Iroquois) Confederacy, the territory of the Mississippian Culture, and the Northwest Territory.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Flint Corn (here, next to this marker); Lettuce (here, next to this marker); Broccoli (here, next to this marker); Curly Kale (here, next to this marker); Savoy Spinach (here, next to this marker); Sugar Snap Pea (here, next to this marker); Beetroot (here, next to this marker); Squash (here, next to this marker). Touch for a list and map
Photographed by Craig Doda, May 2, 2026
2. Green Beans Marker
Credits. This page was last revised on May 26, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 16, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. This page has been viewed 8 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 16, 2026, by Craig Doda of Napoleon, Ohio. • Devry Becker Jones was the editor who published this page.
