Organic 'Louisiana Purple' climbing bean
Organic 'Louisiana Purple' climbing bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) from Gaia seed company, an early, productive, and drought-resistant purple bean
The 'Louisiana Purple' bean is a very early heirloom variety, prized for its long harvest season and remarkably vigorous green and purple vines. Well-suited to warm climates, it exhibits excellent drought resistance while producing abundant, fleshy, and flavorful 6-inch purple pods . The young pods are stringless , tender, and very fragrant, ideal for eating fresh. This is a reliable, generous climbing bean, perfect for gardeners seeking a colorful and productive variety.
Companion plants : Corn, Carrot, Cabbage, Cucumber, Peas, Radish, Potato, Squash, Nasturtium, Rosemary
Nefarious plants : Alliums, Beetroot
Spread/Habit : Vigorous climber with long yield
Plant height : 180 to 240 cm
Quantity per packet : 50 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Very early maturing, 6" purple pods, stringless when young, very productive, drought resistant
Leaf color : Green mixed with purple
Texture/flavor : Tender, soft, excellent flavor
Cold tolerance : Not frost tolerant
Farming method
To improve germination, soak the seeds for a maximum of 8 hours in lukewarm water (longer soaking will result in death). Sow directly after the last frost , at a depth of 2.5–5 cm .
Space the plants 7 to 10 cm apart, with 15 to 30 cm between rows depending on the support installation. Germination takes 8 to 10 days at 21 to 31 °C (optimum 26 °C).
Install a sturdy trellis, net, or teepee , as the vines are long and vigorous. Full sun (level 3) and moderate watering (level 2).
For a continuous harvest, sow successively every 3 weeks .
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest the young, purple and tender pods for optimal taste.
To obtain dried beans , leave the pods to dry on the plant with good ventilation.
Store only dry seeds , in an airtight container.
Usage ideas
• As fresh purple green beans , sautéed or steamed
• In crunchy and colorful salads
• As a light and flavorful accompaniment
• In home preserves
• As dried beans for soups and stews
The ' Louisiana Purple' bean is an early, colourful, hardy and hyper-productive climbing bean, perfect for gardeners desiring beauty, yield and flavour in a single variety.
