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Dwarf French Bean 'Purple Teepee'
‘Purple Teepee’ is a second-early bush bean variety with purple pods that turn a deep green when cooked. The bean pods are stringless and they grow above the leaves, making for easy harvesting. Each packet contains approximately 50 organic seeds. More details below.
Organic ‘Purple Teepee’ Bean Seeds
Growing schedule: Sow under cover from early May or in situ from late May (once all risk of frost has passed) until mid-July.
Sowing depth: 2-3cm
Planting distance: 8-10cm between plants; 40-60cm between rows
Growing conditions: French beans prefer full sun and fairly light, moist, well-draining soil with plenty of organic matter.
Crop rotation: ‘Purple Teepee’ should be grouped in planting rotation plans with other members of the Fabaceae (bean) family.
Number of seeds: Each packet contains approximately 50 organic seeds, enough for around 40 plants.
Special Features | Easy Gardening |
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Life Cycle | Annual |