Organic dwarf bean 'Royal Burgundy'
Phaseolus vulgaris.
Product code : GAIAS-0228
Organic 'Royal Burgundy' dwarf bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) from the seed company Gaia, a crisp and resistant heritage purple bean
The 'Royal Burgundy' bean is a dwarf heirloom variety prized for its deep purple, 6-inch pods that turn bright green when cooked . Its tender texture and rich flavor make it an excellent all-purpose bean, delicious raw in salads , sautéed, or cooked. Compact and easy to grow, it reaches a height of 38 to 50 cm and is ideal for small gardens. Developed at the University of New Hampshire, this variety is distinguished by its resistance to common mosaic virus , providing a reliable and consistent yield.
Companion plants : Corn, Carrot, Cabbage, Cucumber, Peas, Radish, Potato, Squash, Nasturtium, Rosemary
Nefarious plants : Alliums, Beetroot
Spread/Habit : Dwarf, bushy
Plant height : 38 to 50 cm
Quantity per packet : 50 seeds
Certification : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada
Special features : Purple pods, turn green when cooked, rich flavor, BCMV resistant, very productive
Leaf color : Medium green
Texture/flavor : Crunchy, rich, tender
Cold tolerance : Not frost tolerant
Farming method
To improve germination, soak the seeds for a maximum of 8 hours in lukewarm water (longer soaking risks killing the seeds). Sow directly after the last frost , at a depth of 2.5–5 cm .
Space the plants 7 to 10 cm apart and the rows 30 cm apart. Germination takes 8 to 10 days between 21 and 31 °C (optimum 26 °C).
Place in full sun (level 3) and water moderately (level 2). To extend production, sow every 3 weeks .
Harvesting and preservation
Harvest when the pods are well-formed . To obtain dried beans , allow the pods to dry completely on the plant. Good ventilation is essential to prevent mold.
Store only dried beans , in airtight containers, in a dry place.
Usage ideas
• In crisp salads where their purple color stands out
• Sautéed or steamed, turning green when cooked
• As a versatile bean for side dishes
• In home preserves
• As a fresh vegetable from the garden thanks to its high yield
The 'Royal Burgundy' bean is a reliable, decorative and tasty heirloom variety, perfect for gardeners wanting a colorful dwarf bean with excellent disease resistance.
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