Description
25 Seeds per pack
(Phaseolus coccineus) 65 – 90 days. Snap, Shell or Dry Bean Scarlet Runner Bean is an old heirloom variety that likes cool weather. They have runners or vines that grow from 6 to 18 feet long and have brilliant scarlet orange flowers. These flowers attract hummingbirds and make quite a show on a fence or trellis. Scarlet Runner has stringless pods that are medium green and are filled with black seeds.
Planting Instructions for Scarlet Runner Bean Seeds
Sow Heirloom / Open Pollinated beans 1-2″ deep, 2-6″ apart, in rows 18-36″ apart, in full sun after danger of frost. Soaking bean seeds in water 1-2 hours before planting speeds germination. Germination occurs in 4-16 days in soil 60-85°F. Provide support for heirloom pole bean varieties. For heirloom snap beans, harvest when beans are 3-6″ long. For dry beans, leave pods on plants until pods are dry, brown, and crisp, and beans are hard and rattle in pod, if more drying is needed when danger of frost has arrived, pick pods or pull entire plant and hang upside down to dry further.
FAQ:
How long does it take for Scarlet Runner Beans to mature?
They typically mature in 65-90 days, making them suitable for a range of growing seasons.
What are the growth characteristics of the Scarlet Runner Bean plants?
These beans have long vines that can grow between 6 and 18 feet, making them ideal for fences or trellises.
What type of flowers do Scarlet Runner Beans produce?
The plants produce brilliant scarlet-orange flowers, which are known to attract hummingbirds and add ornamental beauty to the garden.
Are Scarlet Runner Bean pods edible, and do they have strings?
Yes, the pods are stringless and edible, making them a versatile choice for snap, shell, or dry beans.
What do the seeds of Scarlet Runner Beans look like?
The seeds are black, creating a striking contrast against the medium-green pods.
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