Phaseolus coccineus

Runner Bean

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Vibrant climbing legume with red flowers and edible pods. Native to Central America, grown as a vegetable or ornamental vine requiring full sun and warm temperatures.
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Plant Details

Common Name Runner Bean
Family Fabaceae
Genus Phaseolus
Species Coccineus
Origin Central America
Blooming Summer to Autumn, ornamental red flowers and edible pods
Leaf Color Green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, well-draining loam with pH 6.0-7.0, amended with compost

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Watering

Keep soil consistently moist during growth; reduce when pods mature to prevent rot

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required (at least 6 hours daily) for optimal flowering and pod set

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Fertilization

Low nitrogen needs due to fixation, apply balanced fertilizer at planting only

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Pruning

Pinch growing tips to control vine length or remove diseased foliage

Pest Control Aphid Bean Beetle Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 8 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
54° – 90°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 75%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2500 – 60000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
15 – 40
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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