Kings Seeds Runner Bean Sunset
Description
A heritage runner bean with a difference. Runner bean Sunset has an unusual peachy pink flower, followed by tasty green beans 20-25cm (8-10in) long. When in flower it looks attractive on the vegetable plot or used as an annual climber in the flower border.
When to Sow Moonlight Runner Bean Seeds
April to June. Plant out May to July.
Where to Sow
Early sowings can be made underglass at a temperature of 16°C, sow 3 seeds per 8cm (3in) pot filled with seed sowing compost. Outside sowings can be made from May onwards into the growing site 5cm (2in) deep. Sow 2-3 seeds every 20-30cm(8-12in) apart with rows spaced 60cm (24in) apart.
What to do next
Runner bean seedlings that have been sown underglass should be gradually hardened off before planting outside in late May to the above spacing, once all risk of frost has past. Place a support cane at each planting station. Alternatively circular plantings can be made with canes joined at the centre to form a wigwam. For optimum crop, place canes 30-45cm (12-18") apart with 3 beans planted per cane. Water regularly during dry weather.
Havest
July to September
Handy Tip
Regular picking is essential to prolong the harvest period. If the crop is too large this stringless variety is ideal for freezing.
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