Yard Long Bean Metro Purple Rod 5g

Yard Long Bean Metro Purple Rod

Overview

Yard Long Bean Metro Purple Rod is an exotic climbing variety producing striking purple pods up to 70 cm long — tender, stringless, and ideal for warm-season growing.

Key Features

• Start seeds indoors in April in a greenhouse or warm location.
• Planting Outdoors: May – June (V–VI)
• Harvesting Period: July – September (VII–IX)
• Extra-long pods (up to 70 cm).
• Beautiful purple color.
• Tender, stringless pods (no tough fiber).
• Heat-loving and highly productive.

Sowing Instructions

• Sow 3–4 seeds per pot at a depth of approx. 3 cm using germination substrate.
• Transplant outdoors from May to June after the last spring frosts.
• Sowing Period (indoors): April (IV)

Growing Conditions and Care

• Plant in a sunny, sheltered position with fertile soil.
• Provide strong support for climbing vines.
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
• Spacing: Approx. 40 cm

Harvesting and Use

• Harvest young, tender pods regularly from July, or allow to mature for dry beans.

Product Details

• Height: Climbing variety (requires support)
• Type: Annual
• Ideal for: Fresh use, stir-fries, exotic dishes & drying

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