Details
White Half Runner was first seen in seed catalogs in 1825 and was brought over by the early German settlers to the Carolinas. They have a distinctively sweet, rich flavor and yield early with or without support. These plants produce heavy amounts of tender green pods, 4½" long that are excellent fresh, frozen or canned. Runner beans’ pretty flowers are also edible and have a distinct bean flavor; they also attract hummingbirds. Like other beans they are an outstanding source of protein.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
Botanical Name | Phaseolus vulgaris |
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Life Cycle | Annual |
Min. Time to Germinate | 7 Days |
Max. Time to Germinate | 14 Days |
Depth to Sow Seeds | 1 in. |
When to Sow | Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past |
Growing Height | 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m) |
Plant Spacing | 3-6 in. (7-15 cm) |
Hardiness | N/A |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
Danger | N/A |
Growth Habit | Pole |
Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
Days to Harvest | 50-60 |
Propagation Methods | From seed; direct sow after last frost |
Seed Collecting | Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds, Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored |
Seeds Per Pack | 50 |