Mountain Half , Runner Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)
Mountain Half Runner Bean is an open-pollinated bean variety originally grown in South Carolina, as it was brought to the area by Dutch immigrants. This German heirloom bean has a bush growing habit with long, vining runners. As a result, it can be grown like a traditional bush bean or trellised to save space. These beans are stringless when picked young for green beans or snap bean production. This is a great variety for fresh eating to canning. Beans may be left whole or snapped in half.
Botanical Name: Phaseolus Vulgaris
Common Name: Mountain Half, Runner Bean
Size at Maturity: 60″
Days to Maturity: 60-70 Days
Light Requirement: Full Sun / Partial Shade
Planting Time: Summer
Sowing Method: Sow directly into the soil
Planting Depth: 1-1½″
Plant Spacing: 3″-4″
Ships: Year-round
Average Seeds Per Ounce: Approx. 100