Bean Germination: From Seed to Seedling Bean germination is a fascinating biological process that marks the beginning of a bean plant’s life cycle. It is the stage where a dormant seed awakens, grows, and develops into a young plant capable of photosynthesis. Studying bean germination helps students and scientists understand plant growth, environmental needs, and the fundamentals of plant biology. Because beans are easy to grow and germinate quickly, they are often used in school experiments and