Scarlet Nectar Flat Runner Bean Phaseolus coccinea
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84 - 108 Inches4 - 6 Inches20 - 24 Inches2.1m - 2.7m10cm - 15cm51cm - 61cm
Features
This ornamental and edible scarlet runner bean produces beautiful, large, red-orange flowers that attract pollinators and hummingbirds, and are beautiful in bouquets. Large, pink and purple bean pods are surprisingly juicy and tasty, turning purple and black calico when dried. A valuable addition to the vegetable garden, cutting garden and landscape.
Characteristics
Fruit Color:GreenDays to Fruit:70Plant Type:AnnualHeight Category:TallGarden Height:84 - 108 Inches 2.1m - 2.7mSpacing:4 - 6 Inches 10cm - 15cmSpread:20 - 24 Inches 51cm - 61cmFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:greenHabit:Climbing/TrailingContainer Role:SpillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyHardiness Zones:8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11a, 11bWater Category:ConsistentNeeds Plant Support:YesSoil Fertility Requirement:Average SoilUses:Edible FruitUses:Good for Preserving




