Seeds of Scotland
Runner Bean - Milky Fork
Phaseolus coccineus - approximately 30 seeds.
A beautifully diverse runner bean originally from Milky Fork Farm in the Pacific Northwest of the USA. The plants have red or white flowers and produce magical beans which range in colour from ivory white to deep brown to deep purple/black with many combinations in between.
When picked small the pods may be cooked and eaten as green beans, larger pods may be podded for fresh beans, and mature pods are great used as dried beans. A delight to grow and eat.
Growing Tips
Runner beans will need support or something to grow up. Don't be tempted to sow too early as beans sown slightly later will often catch up and be much healthier. Sow in trays, pots or root trainers in May and transplant out after the risk of frost has passed.
If sowing direct, do so in late May/early June, after the risk of frost has passed.
Runner Beans will do well outside in a sheltered sunny spot and should thrive undercover.
Resources
For more information about growing and saving seeds check out the Grow North Growing Guide a fantastic resource produced by Transition Black Isle specifically for growers in the North of Scotland.
Postage
*Last postage date for Christmas - 20th December 2024* Orders placed after this date will be posted on the 6th of January 2025.
All seeds are posted via Royal Mails 24-hour tracked service at a flat rate of £3.00. Please note, due to legislation covering the inspection and sale of seeds, we can only post orders to Scotland, England and Wales.