Ruby Moon Hyacinth Bean
Item Details
Striking dark-violet stems, leaf veins, and pods with beautiful lilac colored blossoms extend above the foliage on long, straight stems. We do not recommend growing for food, but rather as an ornamental for its flowers. Seed pods and beans are poisonous at certain stages. In Asia and Africa, hyacinth beans are grown for food and can be eaten if prepared properly. Vines grow 10-15' if given proper support.
- Conventional
- Half-hardy annual vining plants grow up to 15 feet
- Violet stems, leaf veins and pods
- Lilac colored blossoms
- Ornamental and grows on trellises
Growing Instructions
Instructions - Sow seeds indoors in pots 1" deep. Transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed. Can also be direct-seeded after the last frost in warmer areas. Prefers full sun and rich moist soil.
- Start Indoors: 4-6 weeks before last frost
- Germination: 15-20 Days
- Plant Outdoors: 24-36” Apart
- Support: Trellis, tepee, or fencing
Ratings & Reviews
1 review
Its a Winner!
by LINDA
I love the purple Hyacinth bean vine. I plant it every year. Even the foliage is beautiful. (you can see the purple veins in the pic). The flowers are more beautiful than this pic captures (no offense) They will climb as high as as they can or will stand up hardily if no support. They will be full of blooms and gorgeous.