Runner bean 'Scarlet Runner Bean'

*Do not eat the pods or beans raw. *

They can make you sick.

Susceptible to spider mites.

If flowers drop without producing beans the plant is too dry. Water regularly and remember that insects are needed for pollination.¹
*Cook them to remove toxins":

Scarlet Runner Bean likes a position of full sun and remember to water moderately. Scarlet Runner Bean is generally regarded as a tender plant, so remember to wait until your soil is warm and the night time temperature is well above freezing before moving outside. Scarlet Runner Bean needs a loamy and clay soil with a ph of 6.0 to 6.8 (weakly acidic soil).

Sow 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) deep with a guideline distance of 1.95 inches (5.0 cm). For optimal germination, soil temperature should be a minimum of 16°C / 61°F.

Requires support trellis or pole. Ornamental red flowers- edible pods or use dry beans.

Scarlet Runner Bean is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

This variety tends to mature and be ready for harvest in early autumn.

Bright red ornamental flowers.*

First described in America in 1750.

Káros Bab, Red Emperor, Painted Lady, Insuk’s Wang Kong, Wang Kong

fn1: Success with House Plants Packet 20