SCARLET EMPEROR

(Phaseolus coccineus)  Perennial - Scarlet Runner type also known as 'Seven Year Bean'.  Vigorous vine with scarlet coloured flowers (which are also edible); produces numerous flat, green beans.  Best when picked young.  Attractive in the garden.  Scarlet Runner first introduced in 1600's.  Cool climate only; tolerates heat, drought & cold climate well.  70-90 days.  30 seeds

DID YOU KNOW:  Unlike other beans, the cotyledons (seed leaves) of the runner bean remain under the ground as the seedling emerges.  Also, the growing vine turns anti-clockwise rather than clockwise.