Pole Bean 'Scarlet Runner'

Latin name Runner bean
Quantity per packet Approximately 50 seeds
$3.49

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Product information
Product
identification
Latin nameRunner bean
FamilyFabaceae
TypeVegetable
CycleAnnual
Quantity per packApproximately 50 seeds
Code produitWHPER-0089
Product
description

‘Scarlet Runner’ climbing bean is a spectacular variety that brilliantly combines vegetable garden productivity with ornamental garden splendor, thanks to its long edible pods and particularly bright scarlet flowers. This form of *Phaseolus coccineus* quickly climbs trellises, fences, and pergolas, where it creates abundant and lively vertical decor throughout the summer. Its generous foliage, vigorous growth, and intense flowering attract many pollinators, adding a valuable ecological dimension to this already very generous crop. In the garden, it offers both the pleasure of harvest and that of spectacle, adorning support structures with lush vegetation punctuated by vibrant flowers. The young, tender, and flavorful pods are harvested regularly to stimulate continuous production and fully enjoy their culinary delicacy. Easy to cultivate in warm, well-drained soil and in a sunny location, it is well-suited for gardeners who wish to maximize space through vertical cultivation. Its presence immediately adds dimension to the vegetable garden and creates a harmonious link between food production and floral landscaping. Vigorous, productive, and decorative, ‘Scarlet Runner’ climbing bean is a remarkable choice for a garden that is beautiful, useful, and lively.

Sowing
guide
Sowing periodAfter the last frosts
Sowing depth1.2 to 1.6 in. (3 to 4 cm)
Germination temperature18 to 24°C (64 to 75°F)
Germination time8 to 14 days
Soil
and care
ExposureSun
Soil
Well-drained and warm
Watering
Regular
Bloom,
harvest
and garden
Garden use
Edible pods, trellises, fences, pergolas, pollinators
Bloom period
June to September
Harvest
65 days after sowing
Size
and facts
HeightUp to 3 m (9.8 ft)
Spread20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)
Planting
partners
Good companions
Artichoke, eggplant, Swiss chard, marjoram, tomato, radish, rosemary, savory
Avoid planting with
Garlic, beetroot, chives, shallot, fennel, onion, parsley, leek, potato
The availability of our seeds varies depending on seasonal availability, production schedules and supplier inventory. Certain varieties may only be offered for a limited time based on their natural growth cycle, sowing period or available stock. These product pages are designed to help and inspire gardeners in choosing the right seeds for vegetable gardens, flower beds, pollinator gardens, container growing, naturalization projects and sustainable outdoor spaces.