French Climbing Bean 'Hunter' Seeds, 100g
£7.00
notes
A climbing French bean which is a half-hardy annual, (Phaseolus vulgaris) Hunter is a reliable cropper of flat, almost string-less green pods containing lots of flavour and small white seeds. Covered in clusters of white flowers in summer, this is a vigorous climber so will require support.
Dimensions
- Height: up to 200cm (6ft 6in)
- 100g packet
Features
notes
A climbing French bean which is a half-hardy annual, (Phaseolus vulgaris) Hunter is a reliable cropper of flat, almost string-less green pods containing lots of flavour and small white seeds. Covered in clusters of white flowers in summer, this is a vigorous climber so will require support.
Insights
Hunter is a recipient of the RHS AGM (Award of Garden Merit), for all round excellence.
Details
- Plant: Outside in May
- Harvest: July onwards
Planting
- Well drained soil
- South or West aspect
- Sunny location
- Sheltered
Care
- Plant seeds in well-watered and finely prepared soil where they will crop. Plant at 5cm (2in) depth, in rows approximately 45cm (6in) apart.
- Seedlings will appear in 2-3 weeks, water well until plants are established.
- Consider companion planting with Nasturtiums to keep aphids away.
- Support with canes or twigs as plants mature.
- Pick regularly while beans are young and tender, this will encourage production- you may be able to harvest up until the first frost with regular harvesting.
- Raw pods/ beans are harmful to humans and pets if eaten raw
Glossary
French Climbing Bean 'Hunter' Seeds, 100g
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