Aztec bean

How to Grow and Care for Aztec bean

Aztec bean · Phaseolus coccineus
Also known as: butterfly runner; Dutch case-knife bean; fire bean; multiflora bean; runner bean; scarlet runner bean; scarlet runner

Grow up support in moisture-retentive soil which is close to a neutral pH, in full sun. For more advice see runner-bean cultivation

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist for steady leafy growth without drought stressSunlight: Full sunRaw pods/beans harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Planting and Growing Aztec bean

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Care difficulty1 / 5
Watering scheduleKeep soil consistently moist for steady leafy growth without drought stress
Sunlight requirementsFull sun
Ideal temperatureInformation to be completed
Soil typeChalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pHAcid · Alkaline · Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well drained
FertilizingNitrogen-rich vegetable feed every two to three weeks in active growth
ToxicityRaw pods/beans harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Care Tips

Grow up support in moisture-retentive soil which is close to a neutral pH, in full sun. For more advice see runner-bean cultivation

How to Water Aztec bean?

Keep soil consistently moist for steady leafy growth without drought stress

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Aztec bean?

Full sun

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for Aztec bean?

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What Soil Is Best for Aztec bean?

Soil type
Chalk · Clay · Loam · Sand
Soil pH
Acid · Alkaline · Neutral
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for Aztec bean?

Moist but well drained

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How to Fertilize Aztec bean?

Nitrogen-rich vegetable feed every two to three weeks in active growth

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How to Prune Aztec bean?

No pruning required

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How to Propagate Aztec bean?

Propagate by seed. See sowing vegetable seeds

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How to Transplant Aztec bean?

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How to Care for Aztec bean in Winter?

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How to Plant Aztec bean?

Grow up support in moisture-retentive soil which is close to a neutral pH, in full sun. For more advice see runner-bean cultivation

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How to Repot Aztec bean?

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How to Harvest Aztec bean?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

May be susceptible to a rust and halo blight

Pests

May be susceptible to black bean aphids. Young plants also need protection from slugs and snails

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The Toxicity of Aztec bean

Raw pods/beans harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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Attributes of Aztec bean

Plant typeClimber Wall Shrub · Fruit Edible
Height2.5-4 metres
Spread1-1.5 metres
FoliageDeciduous
HabitClimbing
OriginInformation to be completed

Scientific Classification

Species
Phaseolus coccineus
Genus
Phaseolus
Family
Fabaceae
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