Runner bean: Painted Lady

Description

This variety is from Peak Week Pods. JC Terblanche says: ‘This is probably our favourite runner bean. Friar Antonio de Arrabida described this species in Flora of Rio de Janeiro in 1827. The painted lady’s incredibly beautiful blossoms are very attractive. This variety is less affected by warmer temperatures than other runner beans and is a prolific bloomer. The beans are black and speckled with tan edges. Bi-colored blossoms attract hummingbirds and are a stunning ornamental, edible climber. They are also perennial and can be cut down in autumn. The plants make tuber-like roots that will store energy and jump up again in spring for another season of beautiful flowers and countless beans. The green beans are edible, but we prefer the dried beans as they make some of the best soups and butter beans you will ever have. This variety offers everything and is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.’

15 seeds