Description

Overview:

Grow your own bountiful crop of delicious, sweet runner beans with this easy-to-grow, fast-climbing plant. The Runner Bean is perfect for making the most of vertical space in your South London garden or balcony. With vibrant, red or white flowers and an abundant harvest of tender beans, it’s a must-have for homegrown food enthusiasts. Plant alongside climbing crops like peas or sweet peas to create a dynamic, colourful display that also maximises your growing space.

Plants supplied in a grower’s pot.

Key Features & Care:

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  Mature Height: 2-3m (can be controlled with pruning)


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  Mature Spread: 30-45cm


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  Flower Colour: Bright red or white (depending on variety)


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  Flowering Period: Summer


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  Foliage: Green, lush, and vigorous


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  Fragrant: Yes, flowers emit a light fragrance


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  Growth Rate: Fast-growing and vigorous


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  Hardiness: Hardy in most UK gardens, ideal for summer planting


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  Position: Full sun to partial shade


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  Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained


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  Soil PH: Neutral to slightly alkaline


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  Soil Type: Loam, clay, or sandy soils


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  Wildlife Friendly: Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies

Perfect For:

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  Small urban gardens, allotments, or patios


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  Vertical growing structures like trellises, canes, or fences


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  A family-friendly garden for harvesting fresh beans


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  Companion planting with sweetcorn or squash for the “Three Sisters” garden

How to Grow:
Plant in rich, well-drained soil in a sunny spot. Provide strong support, such as a trellis or bean frame, to help the vines climb. Water regularly during dry spells, and you’ll enjoy a steady harvest of fresh beans from midsummer onward. Harvest regularly to encourage more pods and enjoy a delicious crop straight from the garden.

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