Phaseolus coccineus

Also Known As

Scarlet Runner Bean

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 8'-12'
W: 3'-5'

planting zones

1-12

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Phaseolus coccineus plant details

Phaseolus coccineus is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phaseolus coccineus

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: fabaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 5 FT - wide, 8 FT - 12 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phaseolus coccineus

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: humidity
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Quite a looker for a bean! By far the most ornamental of edible beans, 1” fiery red-orange flowers bloom in clusters & make a spicy pairing with the fresh green foliage. Growing from 10-15’ in a season, the beans are best when picked very young & (IMPORTANT!) they MUST BE cooked before you eat them. “Scarlet Runner Beans” also just happen to be one of the highest producing beans you can grow. If you leave the pods to mature, you can save & store the seeds for future crops or cook them like you would any dry bean. Most grow it as an annual, but it’s actually perennial in very mild climates. Full sun, rich soil & support to climb on are what it needs.