Old standard variety, vigorous climber, Known as Seven Year Bean as it re-sprouts from its roots. Attractive scarlet flowers. Black and purple seeds used to make bean jewelery. Originally from south American highlands and best suited to cooler climates, large, quality pods. Despite conflicting reports the roots are poisonous. 65-90 days.
Seed count: 1/g.
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General information:
Bean, Climbing
Phaseolus vulgaris
A most popular vegetable. Takes little room, high yielding and nutritious. It bears later but longer than bush beans and ensures a continuous supply. Grows well in all soils if not waterlogged. Does best in near neutral conditions. Sow after frost.
3-4 seeds per gram
Bean, Climbing planting information:
| Tropics: | All Year |
| Subtropic: | Aug-Apr |
| Mild: | Sep-Jan |
| Cold/Frost: | Oct-Dec |
| Plant space cm: | 10-20 |
| Row space cm: | 100 |
| Depth cm: | 2-3 |
| Best soil temp: | 16-30 °C |
| Sow after frost: | Yes |
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| Number of seeds per gram: | 3-4 |
| Rate per hectare: | 50kg |
| Average days to maturity: | 65-80 |
