{"product_id":"col-m6p-run-bea-red-rumx1","title":"Phaseolus coccineus 'Red Rum' (Runner Bean) – Climbing Vegetable Plant for Summer Pods (12 Plants in 2 x 6-Cell Trays)","description":"\u003cp\u003eRunner bean 'Red Rum' is a reliable, heavy cropping climber that gives long, tender, deep green pods through summer and into early autumn, on plants pretty enough to earn a place on an arch or wigwam. It is a good choice for first-time and experienced growers alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou receive 12 young plants in 2 plastic 6-cell trays, one plant to a cell, ready to grow on and plant out in a garden, raised bed or large container. Runner beans are killed by frost, so plant them out only once the last frost has passed, typically from late May onwards in the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRunner beans must have a tall support, so give them a wigwam or A frame of canes, or netting, at least two metres high. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot with rich, moisture-retentive soil. Water at the base, and water heavily once the flowers appear, because dry roots or a hot dry spell make the flowers drop without setting pods. Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser once flowering begins, and pick pods young and often to keep the plants cropping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe red flowers are a good source of nectar for bees and other pollinators. Raw pods and beans are harmful if eaten, so cook them thoroughly before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCultural Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runner Bean 'Red Rum'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phaseolus coccineus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 180-200cm tall (requires support)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vigorous, twining climber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegetable gardens, raised beds, allotments and large containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright green, broad leaves made up of three leaflets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e May to June, attractive red flowers that bees love\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, in a sheltered spot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, moisture-retentive soil, watered regularly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not hardy. Killed by frost, so plant out after the last frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e July to October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grow Your Own\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KOKE House","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54061543063818,"sku":"COL-M6P-RUN-BEA-RED-RUMX1","price":15.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/2479\/8218\/files\/5_a25d606c-b750-4b7d-b031-469990e5afa7.png?v=1793895389","url":"https:\/\/kokehouse.co.uk\/products\/col-m6p-run-bea-red-rumx1","provider":"KOKE House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}