Scarlet Emperor, Runner Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

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$6.00
The large clusters of beautiful scarlet flowers and rapid, vigorous, sprawling, growth make scarlet emperor an ideal choice for screens, trellises, and balconies. The long pods are tender and tasty when picked small. They can be eaten fresh as young pods, or streamed, roasted or frozen for keeping. Once the...
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The large clusters of beautiful scarlet flowers and rapid, vigorous, sprawling, growth make scarlet emperor an ideal choice for screens, trellises, and balconies. The long pods are tender and tasty when picked small. They can be eaten fresh as young pods, or streamed, roasted or frozen for keeping. Once the beans mature, the dry beans can be used in stews and similar recipes. Scarlet runners were always a favorite in this part of Pennsylvania. Cool to cold nights seem to make them bloom much better.

Botanical Name: Phaseolus Vulgaris 

Common Name: Scarlet Emperor, Runner Bean 

Size at Maturity: 108″

Days to Maturity: 60-70 Days

Light Requirement: Full Sun / Partial Shade 

Planting Time: Late spring to early summer

Sowing Method: Sow seeds directly into the soil

Planting Depth: 1-1½″ 

Plant Spacing: 6″

Ships: Year-round

Average Seeds Per Ounce: Approx. 100

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