Description

A striking climbing French bean producing vivid purple pods packed with flavour and crunch. Supplied as a vigorous young plant, perfect for growing up trellises, arches, or canes in vegetable gardens, beds, or containers.

Highlights:

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  Harvesting Season: July to October


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  Final Size: Up to 200cm tall | Spread 30–50cm


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  Position: Full sun | Well-drained, fertile soil


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  Best Grown In: Open ground, raised beds, large containers with support


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  Supplied As: Strip

Why We Love It:

‘Purple’ climbing beans add a vibrant splash of colour to the garden and the kitchen. Their tender, stringless pods are easy to harvest and packed with a sweet, fresh flavour. They’re highly productive over a long season and turn green when cooked, making them a fun and tasty choice for all ages. Perfect for gardeners who want height, beauty, and heavy harvests in a small space.

Sowing & Growing Tips:

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  When to Sow: Plant young plants outdoors after the last frost, from late May onwards


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  Germination Time: (For reference if sowing seeds) 7–14 days at 15–25°C


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  Where to Grow: Open ground, raised beds, large pots with trellis or canes


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  Care Notes: Provide strong supports early and train plants to climb. Keep soil consistently moist and feed with a general-purpose fertiliser during the growing season. Pick pods regularly while young and tender to encourage further cropping.

The Nunhead Gardener Recommends:

Grow alongside nasturtiums to attract pollinators and deter aphids. These beautiful beans are delicious steamed, stir-fried, or lightly boiled — and are perfect for adding a splash of colour to summer salads and side dishes.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.