Beans - Pole Beans - Scarlet Emperor Runner Bean - Hrlm

The Scarlet Emperor Runner Heirloom Pole Bean is the best selling runner bean. It quickly covers fences and trellises. The large scarlet flowers attract hummingbirds, and are then followed by loads of slender pods about 8 inches long. The young pods are used as snap beans, and then later can be shelled for fresh use or dried for winter. Scarlet Emperor Runner has become a favorite of young gardeners. The long, semi-flattened green beans are good cooked and have a rich, 'beany'-sweet flavor when picked young. Plant after the last average frost date. These beans grow best in a sunny location, where the soil is warm, loamy and lightly fertilized. Support pole beans with poles, a trellis, string or fence. Water deeply by soaking the soil; pick when young for best flavor and texture. . ... more