*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":
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.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