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Amethyst
BeanPhaseolus vulgaris
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 56 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 4" spacing
- Moderate water
- Annual
Overview
Thinner, straighter, and more attractive than Royal Burgundy. Pods avg. 5-5 1/2" long and are set high on upright plants. Very good flavor raw or cooked. Pods turn green when cooked. Tan seeds. Bush bean.
Planting
Direct sow after last frost when soil temperature reaches 60°F
Growing
Sun: full. Water: moderate. Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil. Space plants 4" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Bean beetles, spider mites, aphids. Common diseases: Bean anthracnose, rust, powdery mildew.