Runner Bean 'Meienbohne'

Phaseoluscoccineus

Family
Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee)
Genus
Phaseolus (FAZ-ee-oh-lus)
Species
coccineus (kok-SIN-ee-us)
Synonym
Spacing
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Sun Exposure
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Bloom Color
Full Sun
Other Details
Propagation Methods
Seed is poisonous if ingested
Seed Collecting
Red
Soil pH requirements
Seed Type
Growth Habit
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Days to Maturity
Foliage Color
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Bloom Characteristics
Water Requirements
Where to Grow
Regional

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Versailles, CT (Zone 7a) | July 2002 | positive

Can also eat as green beans (after c. 96 days).

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