Scarlet Runner Beans Planting Guide
Scarlet runner beans are ornamental and edible climbing beans with vivid red flowers that attract hummingbirds. Both the young pods and mature beans are edible.
Phaseolus coccineus · Vegetable · Fabaceae family · 60–80 days to maturity
Where Can You Grow Scarlet Runner Beans?
Scarlet Runner Beans Growing Regions
Click any state to see the Scarlet Runner Beans planting schedule for that location.
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3a | Mar 13 | May 29 | Jun 5 | Aug 7 – Sep 11 |
| Zone 3b | Mar 8 | May 24 | May 31 | Aug 2 – Sep 6 |
| Zone 4a | Mar 4 | May 20 | May 27 | Jul 29 – Sep 2 |
| Zone 4b | Feb 27 | May 15 | May 22 | Jul 24 – Aug 28 |
| Zone 5a | Feb 28 | May 2 | May 9 | Jul 11 – Aug 15 |
| Zone 5b | Feb 21 | Apr 25 | May 2 | Jul 4 – Aug 8 |
| Zone 6a | Feb 13 | Apr 17 | Apr 24 | Jun 26 – Jul 31 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 6 | Apr 10 | Apr 17 | Jun 19 – Jul 24 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 4 | Apr 1 | Apr 8 | Jun 10 – Jul 15 |
| Zone 7b | Jan 28 | Mar 25 | Apr 1 | Jun 3 – Jul 8 |
| Zone 8a | Jan 18 | Mar 15 | Mar 22 | May 24 – Jun 28 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 7 | Mar 4 | Mar 11 | May 13 – Jun 17 |
| Zone 9a | Dec 30 | Feb 10 | Feb 17 | Apr 21 – May 26 |
| Zone 9b | Dec 14 | Jan 25 | Feb 1 | Apr 5 – May 10 |
| Zone 10a | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 12 – Apr 16 |
| Zone 10b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 12 – Apr 16 |
| Zone 11a | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 12 – Apr 16 |
| Zone 11b | Nov 20 | Jan 1 | Jan 8 | Mar 12 – Apr 16 |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Soil pH
6 – 7
Hardiness Zones
Zone 3a – 11b
Growing Tips
Provide tall trellising for vigorous vines. Direct sow after frost. Harvest pods young for snap beans or let mature for shelling beans. Tubers are perennial in mild climates.
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Scarlet Runner Beans by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Alberta
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- British Columbia
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Manitoba
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Brunswick
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- Newfoundland and Labrador
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Northwest Territories
- Nova Scotia
- Nunavut
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Ontario
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Prince Edward Island
- Quebec
- Rhode Island
- Saskatchewan
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
- Yukon
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Scarlet Runner Beans?
Scarlet Runner Beans (Phaseolus coccineus) takes 60 to 80 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Scarlet Runner Beans grow in?
Scarlet Runner Beans can be grown in USDA zones 3a through 11b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Scarlet Runner Beans need?
Growing Scarlet Runner Beans requires Full Sun (6-8+ hours), Moderate — regular watering, and soil pH of 6 to 7.