A tall, ornamental climber with brilliant scarlet flowers and long, flat green pods. Loves cooler summers and rewards with both beauty and a heavy crop.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 3 m tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: tender
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Bean 'Scarlet Runner'
Phaseolus coccineus 'Scarlet Runner' is an fast-growing edible plant in the Fabaceae family. It reaches around 3 m tall at maturity.
Where to grow Bean 'Scarlet Runner'
Bean 'Scarlet Runner' suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost tender, so protect it from hard frosts or grow it in a sheltered spot or pot.
Soil & planting
Bean 'Scarlet Runner' does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Bean 'Scarlet Runner' is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune Bean 'Scarlet Runner' in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Overall it is low maintenance.
Using Bean 'Scarlet Runner' in the garden
Bean 'Scarlet Runner' earns its place for edible harvests.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Bean 'Scarlet Runner' with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Group three or five together for impact rather than dotting single plants through the garden.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying Bean 'Scarlet Runner'
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Prefer to grow it yourself? See the Bean 'Scarlet Runner' seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.