Runner bean 'Meienbohne'

Phaseolus coccineus

How to grow Runner bean 'Meienbohne'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Meienbohne likes a position of full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Meienbohne is thought of as tender, so remember to ensure that temperatures are mild before moving outdoors. Ideally plant in loamy and clay soil and try to keep the ph of your soil between the range of 6.0 and 6.8 as Meienbohne likes to be in weakly acidic soil.

Growing Meienbohne from seed

Aim to sow 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 3.9 inches (10.0 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Meienbohne

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Meienbohne is a tender plant.

Harvesting Meienbohne