Scarlet Emperor Runner Bean Organic Seeds (Phaseolus coccineus) Vigorous heirloom with bright red flowers and tender pods. Dual-purpose for food and ornamental use. Loved by pollinators and cooks alike.

Minimum: 20+ Seeds

An Heirloom Powerhouse – Bold Blooms, Bountiful Beans

Turn your garden into a pollinator paradise and gourmet pantry with the stunning Scarlet Emperor Runner Bean. This vigorously climbing heirloom produces dazzling scarlet-red flowers followed by long, tender green pods perfect for eating fresh or cooked. Not only is it a top performer in the vegetable patch, it’s a standout ornamental that turns fences, trellises, and arbors into living tapestries.

First grown in the 1600s and cherished ever since, this variety offers a beautiful blend of edible function and floral charm, making it a favorite for both gardeners and chefs.

🌿 Why Grow Scarlet Emperor?

• 🔥 Bold Blooms: Striking red flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

• 🌱 Productive Vines: Fast-growing plants yield tender pods all season long

• 🥗 Deliciously Edible: Enjoy the pods young and tender, or harvest mature seeds for drying

• 🎭 Dual-Purpose: Grown for both culinary use and ornamental beauty

• 🐝 Pollinator Magnet: Perfect addition to edible landscapes or pollinator gardens

• 🌿 Heirloom & Organic: A time-tested variety grown without synthetic chemicals

🌎 Best For:

• Vertical gardening and trellises

• Cottage gardens and edible borders

• Pollinator-friendly landscapes

• Heirloom vegetable collections

• Dual-use ornamental/edible designs

• Homesteads and organic farms

🌱 Planting & Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Phaseolus coccineus

• Type: Warm-season annual vine

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Seeding Rate: Direct sow after last frost; space 6–8 inches apart

• Planting Depth: 1–1.5 inches

• Soil: Moist, fertile, well-drained

• Height: Vines up to 8–12 feet

• Bloom Time: Mid-summer to fall

• Zones: Grown annually in USDA 3–10

• Companion Plants: Corn, squash, nasturtium, marigold

🧠 Pro Tips:

• Provide sturdy trellising—these vines climb quickly!

• Harvest pods while still young (6–8 inches) for the best flavor and tenderness

• Leave a few pods to mature for dry beans or seed saving

• Cut flowers make a vibrant addition to fresh floral bouquets

• Soak seeds overnight before planting to boost germination

🍽️ A Feast for the Eyes—and the Table

Whether you're growing for beauty, bounty, or both, Scarlet Emperor Runner Beans deliver. With their vibrant blooms, rich history, and reliable harvest, these beans are sure to become a centerpiece in your garden and kitchen.