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bean (runner) 'Scarlet Emperor'
runner bean or Phaseolus coccineus 'Scarlet Emperor'
Introduced in 1633, sometimes the old ones are the best – and that's certainly true with this heritage variety, grown for generations...
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
Growing instructions:
Warning
GOES WELL WITH
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