Royal Burgundy
Common Bean · Snap
Phaseolus vulgaris
★ 5.01 review · 2 sources
Fabaceae (Pea family) · Genus: Phaseolus
About
A superior stringless, round, purple-pod bush variety. Pods are smooth and straight. The bush habit is more erect. Pods turn green when cooked.
Characteristics
Color
Purple
Growth Habit
Bush
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 60–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
51–55 days
Fruit Size
5–5.5 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
0-2 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
8-10 Weeks Before First Frost
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Container Friendly
Yes
Planting Depth
0.5–1.5 in
Seed Spacing
4 in
Row Spacing
20 in
Thin To
4–6 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
60–85 °F
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Soil Temp
60–95 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Planting and Care Instructions
Sow seeds when the soil is warm and all danger of frost is past. Plant 2 seeds every 4 inches. Soaking seeds overnight before planting will speed germination. Thin to 1 plant every 4 inches when the plants have 4 leaves. Pick early and often to encourage production. Sow every 2 weeks until 8 weeks before fall frost.
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Marcus SchulzZone 6a
★★★★★August 26, 2026