Seed Needs Scarlet Emperor Runner Bean Seeds — 2 oz, 65+ Heirloom Non-GMO Beans

Seed Needs Scarlet Emperor Runner Bean Seeds

Bring drama and flavor to your garden with the Scarlet Emperor Runner bean. These vigorous climbers produce long, lush vines that reach for the sky, crowned by vibrant scarlet blooms. The dense foliage and prolific pod production make this an eye-catching and productive addition to any trellis, fence, or pole setup.

The beans offer versatile harvest options: pick young pods for crisp, fresh eating, or leave pods to mature for drying. The edible flowers add color and variety to salads, while the pods and blossoms together provide a satisfying harvest throughout the season. This variety blends ornamental charm with practical yields, inviting you to experience garden abundance without sacrificing beauty.

What makes this variety special

• Growth habit: vigorous climbers that commonly reach 4 to 7 feet or more, perfect for vertical growing spaces.
• Flowers: bright scarlet-red blooms that attract pollinators such as hummingbirds and bees, supporting a thriving pollinator-friendly garden.
• Edible parts: both beans and flowers are edible, offering multiple harvest options for fresh meals or decorative uses in dishes and salads.
• Nutritional value: naturally rich in protein and fiber, with vitamins A, C, K, and B, plus minerals like iron, potassium, and magnesium.
• Quality and storage: Seed Needs seeds are selected for current and following growing seasons and stored in a temperature-controlled, moisture-conscious facility.
• Quantity: generous seed quantities you can share or save for next season when stored properly.
• Packaging: each packet features a beautiful illustration and clear sowing information on the reverse, designed to guide successful planting.
• GMO policy: Seed Needs does not knowingly supply GMO seeds; the majority are open-pollinated and heirloom varieties.
• Germination and freshness: packets contain fresh seed directly from growers; proper sowing typically yields visible results within days.
• Overall freshness: tear- and moisture-resistant packaging helps keep seeds in prime condition longer.

Growing tips and harvest ideas

• Plant on a sunny site with well-drained soil. Provide sturdy support for the vines to climb, and space plants to allow airflow.
• Water consistently during the growing season, aiming for evenly moist soil without waterlogging.
• Harvest pods when young for snap beans, or let them mature on the vine for drying; flowers can be used to brighten salads.
• For best results, sow after the last frost date and follow the packet sowing instructions for spacing and depth.

What you get with Seed Needs

• Open-pollinated and heirloom varieties, with a commitment to non-GMO seeds.
• Fresh seeds intended for use in this season and the next, treated with careful packaging to preserve viability.
• Clear, informative seed packets that help you plan sowing and cultivation from day one.