Runner bean 'Wisley Magic'

Phaseolus coccineus

How to grow Runner bean 'Wisley Magic'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Wisley Magic is thought of as tender, so it is really important to ensure that the outside temperature is well above freezing before planting or moving outdoors. Ensure your soil is loamy and clay and has a ph of between 6.0 and 6.8 as Runner bean is a weakly acidic soil loving plant.

Growing Wisley Magic from seed

Look to ensure a distance 3.9 inches (10.0 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 1.95 inches (5.0 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Wisley Magic

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

Harvesting Wisley Magic