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Cranberry Bean

Phaseolus vulgaris

Grow your own Cranberry Beans (Phaseolus vulgaris), also known as Borlotti or Roman beans—beloved for their creamy texture and sweet, nutty flavor. These heirloom bush beans produce striking pink-and-cream pods filled with plump, marbled beans perfect for fresh shelling or drying. Plants grow about 18 inches tall and thrive in full sun with well-drained soil. Easy to grow and highly nutritious, Cranberry Beans are ideal for home gardeners seeking beauty, productivity, and exceptional flavor.

50 Seeds
Burgundy
$4.75

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Plant Data
Growing Instructions
Plant Data
Zones:  3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, Annual - Grows in all zones
Growth Cycle:  Annual
Light:  Full Sun, Partial Shade
Water Needs:  Moderate
Color: 
Soil:  Tolerant of most soils, Well Drained, Loam
Growth Rate:  Fast
Maturity - (Vegetables Only):  65 - 70 Days, 75 - 80 Days, 85 - 90 Days
Edible:  Yes.
Height:  Up to 2 Feet
Evergreen:  No
Special Features:  Container Growing, Fast Growing, Good for canning - Freezing and Drying
Warnings:  Uknown - Let us Know
Growing Instructions
How to Germinate Cranberry Bean

How to Germinate Cranberry Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris)

  • Sow Cranberry Bean seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date when soil temperatures reach at least 60°F (16°C).
  • Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil enriched with organic matter.
  • Plant seeds 1 to 1.5 inches deep and 3-4 inches apart, with rows spaced 18-24 inches apart.
  • Water thoroughly after planting, and keep the soil evenly moist (not soggy) during germination.
  • Germination typically occurs within 7-14 days under optimal conditions.
  • Thin seedlings to about 6 inches apart once they have developed their first true leaves.

Additional Tips

  • Cranberry Beans prefer full sun and benefit from consistent watering during flowering and pod development.
  • Use mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
  • Support pole varieties with trellises or stakes; bush types do not require support.
  • Do not over-fertilize with nitrogen, as this can promote leaf growth at the expense of beans.
  • Harvest fresh pods when they are plump or let them dry on the plant for shelling beans.
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Cranberry Bean

$4.75