Runner bean 'Aleppo Arab'

Phaseolus coccineus

How to grow Runner bean 'Aleppo Arab'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Aleppo Arab likes a position of full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Aleppo Arab is thought of as tender, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. Planting Aleppo Arab in loamy and clay soil with a ph of between 6.0 and 6.8 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil.

Growing Aleppo Arab from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 3.9 inches (10.0 cm) between Runner bean plants. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Aleppo Arab

As Aleppo Arab is tender, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Aleppo Arab