10 Organic 'Cosse Violette' French Climbing Bean Plants
Grow your own truly unique dark purple bean pods
The Highlights
- Unique dark purple pods that are 25cm long!
- Reliable cropper from July to Autumn
- Trusted old heirloom variety
- Fantastic source of vitamins A, K and plant protein
- Grows up to 6ft tall–support required. Use a trellis, stake, or A-frame.
The Highlights
- Unique dark purple pods that are 25cm long!
- Reliable cropper from July to Autumn
- Trusted old heirloom variety
- Fantastic source of vitamins A, K and plant protein
- Grows up to 6ft tall–support required. Use a trellis, stake, or A-frame.
Care Guide
Good Pest/Disease Resistance
Runner Beans can be susceptible to attacks from slugs and aphids which are more of an issue during different parts of the plant's life. Initially
Water Regularly
Full Sun in a Sheltered PositionMORE
Full Sun in a Sheltered Postion
Runner Beans need 6-8 hours of direct sunlight every day. Best grown in a sheltered position to protect against cold
Fertile
Well-draining
Feed Regularly
Once the flowers emerge feed the plants with a high-potash fertiliser such as liquid tomato feed.MORE
Prune Lightly
When the plant reaches 180cm
For more care tips and ideas visit our Knowledge page
Planting Calendar
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- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower
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