Phaseolus vulgaris 'Carminat' (Carminat Climbing French Bean)


Botanical Information

FamilyPapilionaceae
GenusPhaseolus
Speciesvulgaris
Cultivar'Carminat'
CategoryAnnuals
TypeVine
Ethnobotanical Uses
Disclaimer
Pod is sweet and edible.

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone12
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH1b
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)10 - 16
Temperature (°F)50 - 60
Height4.5 m
Flowering PeriodApril, May, June

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA climbing French bean with purple flowers and dark purple, edible pods.
ShapeClimbing habit.
LandscapeExcellent addition to any vegetable or flower garden, but should be given the support of a trestle or similar structure.
PropagationPropagate by seed in very early spring.
CultivationGrow in full sun in a moist, rich, well-drained soil.
PestsAphids, 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.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are a dark purple colour.
Fruit DescriptionFruit is a deep purple, stringless, edible pod with a sweet flavour.

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