{"product_id":"scarlet-runner-pole-bean","title":"Scarlet Runner climbing bean seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eA much-loved heirloom variety of climbing bean, renowned for its long vines, sweet-tasting pods, and beautiful clusters of bright red flowers. Cultivated for both its ornamental beauty and food value, it produces an abundant harvest of large, juicy pods, delicious when picked young. The plants are vigorous and ideal for adding verticality to the garden while attracting pollinators like bees and hummingbirds. In mild conditions, this variety can even behave as a perennial and return for several seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to grow Scarlet Runner Climbing Beans?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis variety grows well in zones 3 to 9 and prefers full sun as well as rich, moist soil. It is perfect for vertical gardens, on trellises, fences, or arches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to the highlands of Central America, the Scarlet Runner bean has been cultivated for centuries for its edible pods and spectacular flowers. Very popular in cottage gardens in Europe and North America, it is appreciated as much for its appearance as for its production. In several cultures, the pods and mature seeds are eaten fresh, dried, or shelled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZones in Canada\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZones 8–9: Direct sow in spring when the soil is warm; can overwinter as a perennial.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5–7: Direct sow after the last frost or start indoors 3 to 4 weeks earlier.\u003cbr\u003eZones 3–4: Start indoors then transplant after frosts; grown as an annual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1948\" data-start=\"1671\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to grow and harvest Scarlet Runner climbing beans\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 2.5 cm (1 in) deep, spaced 15 cm (6 in) apart at the base of a support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water regularly during dry periods to ensure continuous pod production.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick pods young and tender for fresh consumption, or let them mature for shelling.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide tall support; prune lightly as needed to guide growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed saving tips for future supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllow pods to mature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave pods on the plant until they are dry and brown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove and shell the beans, then let them dry completely.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep in a cool, dry, dark place, in an airtight container.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eViability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds can be stored for up to 4 years in good conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644643533168,"sku":"MF-BEAN-015","price":5.75,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Scarlet-Runner-Bean-Zoom-2-scaled_ba25c245-c3f8-452e-b3ec-d9d55b499488.jpg?v=1776549338","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-br\/products\/scarlet-runner-pole-bean","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}