vegetable variety in zone 6a
Scarlet Runner pole bean in zone 6a
Scarlet Runner · Phaseolus vulgaris
- Zone
- 6a -10°F to -5°F
- Growing season
- 180 days
- Days to harvest
- 60 to 80
The verdict
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About Scarlet Runner
Hearty, slightly mealy, complex flavor; fresh-eating snap bean and dry shell-bean. Bright red flowers attract hummingbirds. Productive in cooler summers, prefers it cool.
Critical timing for zone 6a
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Common challenges in zone 6a
- ▸ Brown rot in stone fruit
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Spring frost damage to peach buds
Modified care for zone 6a
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Scarlet Runner in adjacent zones
Other pole bean varieties for zone 6a
- Blue Lake Pole
Sweet, crisp, classic Pacific Northwest flavor; long straight green pods. Fresh, canning, freezing. Productive…
- Kentucky Wonder
Rich, classic snap-bean flavor; long round green pods. Fresh, canning, freezing. Heritage open-pollinated, pro…
- Romano
Tender, meaty, fully developed bean flavor; flat Italian-style pods. Sauteing, fresh, slow cooking. The Italia…
Frequently asked questions
- Will Scarlet Runner pole bean grow in zone 6a?
Yes. Scarlet Runner is recommended for USDA zones 3b through 7a, which includes zone 6a.
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