French Bean Blauhilde – Purple Climbing Bean , organic seeds, heirloom

Phaseolus vulgaris

Out of stock Organic climbing bean seeds Blauhilde. High-yielding heirloom variety with purple pods, excellent flavour, and strong growth. Ideal for organic gardens.

A classic heirloom climbing bean with deep purple pods and excellent flavour.
Highly productive, visually striking, and perfect for organic gardens and permaculture systems.

Certified organic seeds (EU)
Heirloom, open-pollinated climbing bean variety
Non-GMO, untreated seeds
High-yielding plants with long pods, 20–25 cm
Deep purple pods that turn green when cooked
Tender texture and rich, full flavour
Suitable for fresh use, preserving, and freezing
Strong plants with good resistance to common bean diseases

DESCRIPTION

Blauhilde is a traditional climbing French bean variety valued for its striking deep purple pods and outstanding taste. The long, slender pods are tender and flavourful, making them ideal for fresh cooking, steaming, and freezing. When cooked, the pods turn green while retaining their excellent texture and flavour.

This variety is a favourite among organic growers thanks to its reliability, productivity, and strong plant health. Blauhilde is well suited for kitchen gardens, allotments, and permaculture systems, where vertical growth makes efficient use of space while adding ornamental value to the garden.

GARDEN TRENDS

Colourful heirloom vegetables continue to grow in popularity among home gardeners and market growers alike. Blauhilde combines visual appeal with dependable yields and superb eating quality, making it one of the top choices for organic and sustainable gardening.

GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow seeds directly outdoors from late May to July, once the soil has warmed
Sow seeds 3–4 cm deep
Space plants 8–10 cm apart within rows
Leave 40–50 cm between rows
Provide strong support, as this is a climbing variety
Harvest regularly from July through October to encourage continued production

FAQ

Are these bean seeds certified organic?
Yes, the seeds are certified organic and comply with EU organic standards.

Is Blauhilde suitable for beginner gardeners?
Yes, it is easy to grow and very reliable, provided that support is available for climbing.

Do the purple pods stay purple when cooked?
No, the pods turn green when cooked, while keeping their excellent flavour and texture.

Can I save seeds from this variety?
Yes, Blauhilde is an open-pollinated heirloom variety suitable for seed saving.

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Packet 20 seeds