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These hyacinth beans have been grown by my family for 3 generations. These exotic and tropical-looking bean vines produce gorgeous sprays of amethyst and violet blossoms on striking purple stems throughout the summer. The flowers mature into shiny purple, flat 3-inch pods. Flowers resemble sweet peas, without the scent. Hyacinth beans grow well on trellises, arbors, wires or chain-link fences. The epitome of ornamental!
Although the beans are edible, they must be cooked a particular way, so they are NOT recommended for eating.
Thomas Jefferson popularized the Hyacinth Bean in the United States when he began growing it in his garden in 1804. (One of the plantsmen he dealt with brought it from Europe, though it is originally native to Africa.) It is still grown at Monticello today!
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
| Botanical Name | Lablab purpureus |
|---|---|
| Life Cycle | Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate | 14 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate | 30 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds | 1/8 in. |
| When to Sow | Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past |
| Growing Height | 8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m) |
| Plant Spacing | 9-12 in. (22-30 cm) |
| Hardiness | N/A |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
| Danger | Seed is poisonous if ingested |
| Bloom Color | Purple, Violet/Lavender |
| Bloom Time | Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Fall, Mid-Summer |
| Growth Habit | Pole |
| Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, Flowers are fragrant, This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds |
| Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Days to Harvest | 70-80 |
| 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 | 15 |
