Runner Bean ‘Scarlet Empire’ (Stringless) – Mr Fothergill’s Favourite Grow Runner Bean ‘Scarlet Empire’, a stringless red-flowered variety and an improved form of the best-selling ‘Scarlet Emperor’. Bred for disease tolerance and exceptional flavour, it produces prolific crops of long, slender beans on vigorous plants. Why You’ll Love ‘Scarlet Empire’: Stringless Pods: Tender, easy-to-eat beans without strings Disease-Tolerant: Resists common runner bean diseases, ensuring strong growth Prolific Yields: Abundant long, slender pods from healthy, vigorous plants Attractive Flowers: Stunning red blooms brighten the garden Nutritious: Rich in Vitamin C, dietary fibre, and folate Growing Instructions: Sow outdoors after the last frost in fertile, well-drained soil Provide strong supports such as stakes, wig-wams, or wires for climbing Water regularly and keep soil moist for optimal growth Harvest pods when long, tender, and fully formed for best flavour Enjoy Runner Bean ‘Scarlet Empire’ for a reliable, tasty, and visually stunning crop that’s perfect for the table or exhibition!
