A climbing runner bean usually grown as an annual and reaching up to 3m tall. Bicoloured red and white flowers in summer are followed by heavy yields of slender, pale green pods to 30cm long
2.5-4 metres
0.1-0.5 metres
| Season | Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | ||||
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| Winter |
Start from seed in a heated greenhouse or on a warm windowsill. Plant outside once all risk of frost has passed in a warm, sunny, sheltered site; incorporate well-rotted manure into soil before planting and keep the soil moist when plants are flowering to ensure good fruit set. See runner-bean cultivation for further advice
Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds
No pruning required
May be susceptible to black bean aphids. Young plants also need protection from slugs and snails
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to foot and root rot