Runner Bean Vitalis is an organically grown, very deliciously flavoured and deliciously tender runner bean variety. This medium early variety produces a prolific amount of deliciously flavoured, very tender and dark green runner beans. The beans of Vitalis are about 20 cm long and 2 cm wide. Vitalis is resistant against the rolmozaiekvirus.. Runner Bean Vitalis is a vigorous and productive runner bean variety, known for its abundant harvest and excellent culinary qualities. This climbing bean produces long, tender pods with a fine texture and a rich, pleasant bean flavour. The plant grows strongly and therefore requires sturdy support, such as poles, netting, or a trellis. Runner Bean Vitalis is an impressive sight in the vegetable garden. The plant continues to produce new flowers and pods over a long period, and regular harvesting is rewarded with an abundant yield.
In the kitchen, Runner Bean Vitalis is highly versatile. The young pods are delicious as a fresh vegetable and can be briefly boiled, steamed, or used in stir-fries. They are also excellent in salads, soups, stews, and traditional bean dishes. Thanks to their tender texture and full flavour, they are a tasty addition to both simple and more elaborate meals. If the pods are allowed to mature further, the seeds can be harvested as dried beans. These are suitable for hearty dishes such as bean soups, winter stews, and other recipes where beans provide a rich flavour and creamy texture. Runner Bean Vitalis combines a high yield, vigorous growth, and versatile culinary possibilities, making it a valuable bean variety for both beginner and experienced vegetable gardeners. Non hardy annual. Height: 250 - 350 cm.
Pre-soaking: 48 hours
Indoor sowing: from April
Outdoor sowing: from middle of May - June
Germination: 7 - 14 days
Germination temp. : 18 - 22°C
Sowing depth: 3 - 4 cm
Planting distance: 75 cm
Plant position: sunny and sheltered
Harvest period: July - September
Sowing indoors can be done from April, approximately 6 weeks before the last night frost. Sow the seeds 3 - 4 cm deep in separate pots filled with well-moistened seed compost. Runner beans are dark germinators and need to be covered sufficiently with soil in order to germinate properly. For faster and more even germination, you can soak the seeds in lukewarm water for approximately 48 hours before sowing. Place the pots in a warm location and maintain a constant temperature of around 18 - 22 °C. Keep the soil lightly moist, but avoid making it too wet.
When the young plants are strong enough and there is no longer any risk of night frost, they can be planted out in the vegetable garden. If desired, allow the plants to harden off first for several days (10 - 14 days) by gradually exposing them to outdoor temperatures.
Sowing directly outdoors is possible from mid-May, once the risk of night frost has passed and the soil has warmed sufficiently in the spring sunshine. Beans do not like cold, wet soil, so it is better to wait a little longer during periods of low temperatures. Sow the seeds 3 - 4 cm deep and allow enough space between the plants. Since runner beans are vigorous climbers, they need sturdy support such as poles, netting, or a trellis. Water the plants regularly, especially during warm and dry periods. By harvesting the pods regularly, you encourage the plant to continue producing new flowers and pods. The harvest period generally runs from July through September.
