Product Description
The fanciest purple bean available – thinner, straighter, and more attractive than standard purple varieties. Amethyst produces pods averaging 5–5.5 inches long, set high on upright plants for easy, clean picking. Very good flavor raw or cooked – enjoy the stunning purple color in salads or watch it turn green when cooked. Tan seeds. Bush bean – no staking required. High resistance to Bean Mosaic Virus. The ultimate purple bean for gardeners who want beauty, flavor, and performance.
Basic Information
Latin Name : Phaseolus vulgaris
Days to Maturity : 50 – 55 days
Life Cycle : Annual
Hybrid Status : Open Pollinated
Product Specifications
Plant Height : 18 – 24 inches (bush type, upright)
Packet Size : 175 seeds
Seeds per Pound (avg.) : 1,560
Pod Length : 5 – 5.5 inches
Pod Color : Purple (turns green when cooked)
Light Requirement : No specific needs – thrives in any weather
Soil Type : Well‑drained soil; pH 6.5 – 6.8 preferred
Growing Information
Germination Temperature : 65 – 90°F (18 – 32°C)
Germination Time : 5 – 10 days
Sowing Method : Sow directly outdoors after the last frost. Plant seeds 1 inch deep, 2 inches apart, in rows 20–36 inches apart. Keep soil moist until sprouts emerge. Super easy – just plant and watch them grow.
Spacing in Garden : 2 inches apart; rows 20 – 36 inches apart
Succession Planting : Sow every 2–3 weeks through midsummer for continuous harvest.
Support : No staking or trellising required – compact bush habit.
Hardiness Zones : Annual in all zones.
Harvest : Pick regularly to encourage new pod set. Harvest when pods are deep purple and before seeds bulge for peak tenderness.
Other Information
Pest Resistance : Exceptionally resistant – Mexican bean beetles and leafhoppers are rarely seen with minimal care.
Disease Resistance : Outstanding tolerance – High resistance to one or more races of Bean Mosaic Virus. Virtually immune to this major bean disease for worry-free growing.
Special Notes : The fanciest purple bean – thinner, straighter, and more attractive than Royal Burgundy. Pods set high on upright plants – easy, clean picking without bending over. Very good flavor raw or cooked – enjoy purple in salads or watch the color magic happen when cooking. High resistance to Bean Mosaic Virus for reliable performance. A stunning addition to any garden and any plate. Perfect for fresh eating, salads, and gourmet presentations.
