Grow Climbing Bean Vitalis with Mr Fothergill’s seeds for a reliable and early crop of delicious, long, flat, stringless pods. These beans grow up to 25cm long and are perfect for anyone looking for a high-yielding variety that’s easy to harvest and enjoy. Ideal for gardens, allotments, and containers, these beans thrive in various conditions and are a great choice for beginners. They also resist common garden pests like mosaic virus and anthracnose. For some more options, we have plenty of bean seeds to choose from, as well as gardening tools and kits to keep them in good shape. Or, if you need inspiration, we have hundreds more vegetable seeds you might like instead. Plant Height: 1.8-2.4m

How to Sow Seeds

Growing notes: Sow climbing bean Vitalis seeds in spring, summer, or year-round in warm northern areas. Before sowing, prepare the soil by adding compost or aged manure. Space seeds 10-15cm (4-6") apart, with 50-60cm (20-24") between rows.

Plant seeds 25mm (1") deep in damp soil after the last frost and water after 1-2 days. For best results, plant in rows 1-3m (3-10') long and keep the roots cool by applying a layer of garden compost mulch. Water thoroughly during dry periods. Support plants with canes, netting, or bean frames. Seedlings should emerge in 7-10 days. Additional fertiliser is not necessary, as legumes like climbing bean Vitalis produce their own nitrogen. Regularly remove weeds to encourage healthy growth, and harvest the beans regularly to improve yield.

Plant Characteristics

Yield: ing variety that’s easy to harvest and enjoy
Suitable for small spaces: Yes
Suitable for pots / containers: Yes
Easy to grow: Yes