Painted Lady Improved Runner Bean, 1827 Heirloom

The Seed Savers Exchange - also knowns as Bicolor Runner, Painted Runner. Friar Antonio de Arrabida described this species in Flora of Rio de Janeiro in 1827. Incredibly beautiful bi-colored blossoms are very attractive to hummingbird moths. This strain is less affected by warmer temperatures than other runner beans and is a prolific bloomer. Esteemed as both an ornamental and edible climber. Pole habit, 68 days. ±450 seeds/lb. 

Characteristics: 

• Bi-colored blossoms attract hummingbirds
• Beans are black and speckled with tan edges
• Esteemed as both an ornamental and edible climber
• Tolerates heat
• Pole bean
• 68 days
• ±450 seeds/lb
• 25 seeds per packet 

Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and soil and air temperatures have warmed. Runner beans prefer full sun, although they tolerate part shade very well. Young pods can be eaten whole, or the beans can be eaten fresh or dried. Even the flowers are edible.

Direct Seed: 2" Apart

Seed Depth: 1"

Rows Apart: 24-36"

Support: Trellis, tepee, or netting

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