Thompson & Morgan - Runner Bean - Scarlet Emperor

Thompson & Morgan - Runner Bean - Scarlet Emperor

Heavy crops of smooth textured, dark-green pod. Red flowered Runner Bean 'Scarlet Emperor' is excellent for freezing and for exhibition. Runner beans are a good source of Vitamin C, folate and iron, and have a high fibre content.

Key Information:

• Sow in moist compost
• When beans come through the compost, move the pot to a bright position
• When frosts have gone plant me outside in a sunny position 45cm apart

Advice & Tips:

• Try growing runner beans with sweet peas to attract pollinating insects to the flowers, and Nasturtiums to draw aphids away from your crop.

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