{"product_id":"fothergills-dwarf-bean-purple-queen-seeds","title":"Fothergill's Dwarf Bean Purple Queen Seeds","description":"\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eDetails:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Phaseolus vulgaris 'Purple Queen', a premium, highly ornamental color-selected dwarf French bean selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlant Class:\u003c\/b\u003e Half Hardy Annual, establishing with exceptional speed and stamina to deliver a high-volume, continuous summer harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eGourmet Purple Pods:\u003c\/b\u003e Bears an abundance of long, smooth, and entirely stringless round pods in a deep, glossy purple hue. The flesh is remarkably tender, crisp, and packed with a rich, traditional bean flavor widely considered superior to standard green varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eThe Cooking Magic:\u003c\/b\u003e A fascinating novelty in the kitchen; the striking purple pods undergo a dramatic color transformation when heated, turning a vibrant, appetizing dark green when lightly steamed or boiled.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCompact Dwarf Bush Habit:\u003c\/b\u003e Naturally forms a neat, sturdy, and robust bush framework reaching a mature height of roughly 45–50cm. Because it requires absolutely no tall climbing poles, canes, or netting, it is an elite choice for smaller gardens, allotment foregrounds, raised beds, or large patio pots.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBuilt-In Disease Resistance:\u003c\/b\u003e Bred with advanced modern genetics to feature excellent natural protection against Bean Common Mosaic Virus (BCMV) and Anthracnose, ensuring the foliage stays healthy and productive deep into the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNutritional Powerhouse:\u003c\/b\u003e A highly rewarding, health-boosting crop for home growers, serving as an excellent natural source of dietary fiber, Vitamin A, and Vitamin C.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOptimal Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Thrives at its absolute best when positioned in \u003cb\u003eFull Sun\u003c\/b\u003e in a warm, sheltered spot with fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil. \u003ci\u003e(Please note: While basic data charts sometimes list \"full shade,\" French beans are sun-lovers that fundamentally require bright sunlight and warmth to grow vigorously, flower, and set pods successfully).\u003c\/i\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cb\u003eCare Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eSowing Position:\u003c\/b\u003e Start seeds early indoors from April to May for the surest, earliest results. Sow individual seeds 2.5–5cm deep into small pots or deep module trays of moist compost and place them on a warm, bright windowsill (18–22°C is ideal for fast germination). Alternatively, sow directly outdoors from May to July once the soil has warmed and all danger of frost has safely passed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlanting Out \u0026amp; Spacing:\u003c\/b\u003e Gradually accustom indoor-raised plants to outdoor conditions over 7–10 days before planting out into their final positions when the spring frosts are completely over. Space individual plants 15–20cm apart, leaving 40–45cm between rows. Growing them in close blocks allows the dense bushes to lean on and support one another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMoisture \u0026amp; Pod Setting:\u003c\/b\u003e Keep the soil consistently moist but never waterlogged. Beans require plenty of water once they begin flowering. In exceptionally hot, dry summer weather, gently misting the open pink blossoms with tepid water in the evening will dramatically assist pollination and help the pods set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eHarvesting Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Harvest the pods frequently when they are young, crisp, and roughly 15cm long before the seeds inside begin to swell. Regular picking is vital, as it prevents the plant from shutting down to set seed, forcing it to continuously produce fresh flowers and an ongoing supply of delicious purple beans until October.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fothergill's","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57563184857471,"sku":"FTG-47577","price":3.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0305\/7713\/1659\/files\/Fothergill_s_Dwarf_Bean_Purple_Queen_Seeds.jpg?v=1779201537","url":"https:\/\/www.sam-turner.co.uk\/products\/fothergills-dwarf-bean-purple-queen-seeds","provider":"Sam Turner \u0026 Sons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}