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Here is the Scarlet Runner Bean, Phaseolus coccineus. This bush bean variety originates from the highlands of Central America, particularly Mexico and Guatemala. They tolerate the cold extremely well and will seed on second year if left out. Naturally a perennial from Central America, forming edible tubers, but it's usually grown as an annual in cooler zones (like most of the US) and can overwinter as a short-lived perennial in milder climates (USDA Zones 7-11) with protection like heavy mulching, allowing it to re-sprout from its roots in spring. Plants can get to 12 feet tall and get quite bushy. The beans get to 5 or 6 inches long and the outer seed coat very thick. We would always recommend you cook your beans before you eat them. Great variety for your fall planting! Open pollinated 40 to 100+ days.
Scarlet Runner Bean
3 Bean Seeds
