Jack's Magic Beans
Runner Bean
Heirloom
Phaseolus coccineus
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Fabaceae (Pea family) · Genus: Phaseolus
About
An early crop that sets as fast as some early bush-type beans. Best enjoyed when 4 inches long. The light green beans are delicious and crunchy. The pods remain green when cooked. In very cool conditions there is a touch of purple color on the tips of pods.
Characteristics
Color
Green
Growth Habit
Pole
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Evenly Moist but Well Drained
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Germination
6–8 days
at 50 °F
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Days to Maturity
55–65 days
Plant Height
6–12 ft
Mature Spread
1.5–2 ft
Fruit Size
8–12 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
2-4 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
1–1.5 in
Seed Spacing
4 in
Thin To
8 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–70 °F
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Soil Temp
50 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Along a trellis about six feet tall, sow a seed every 4 inches when soil is warm. Soaking seeds overnight before planting will speed germination. Thin to one plant every 8 inches when plants have four true leaves. Pick when pods are nearly mature but beans are not fully developed and pods are still crisp.
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