General Description | A climbing French bean with purple flowers and dark purple, edible pods. |
Shape | Climbing habit. |
Landscape | Excellent addition to any vegetable or flower garden, but should be given the support of a trestle or similar structure. |
Propagation | Propagate by seed in very early spring. |
Cultivation | Grow in full sun in a moist, rich, well-drained soil. |
Pests | Aphids, red spider mites, and slugs should be watched for. French beans are also susceptible to a wide range of diseases, many of which can be mitigated by watering at the base and keeping the rest of the plant dry. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
Flower Description | Flowers are a dark purple colour. |
Fruit Description | Fruit is a deep purple, stringless, edible pod with a sweet flavour. |