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Tongue of Fire Bean Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Speckled Beans for Productive Home Gardens

Tongue of Fire Bean Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Speckled Beans for Productive Home Gardens

$16.89 USD
$16.89 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly in well-drained soil after the last frost
Soak seeds overnight to improve germination
Plant seeds 3–4 cm deep in moist soil
Space seeds properly to allow air circulation
Water gently after sowing

How to Grow

Grow in full sun for best flowering and pod development
Provide strong support like a trellis or stakes
Water regularly but avoid waterlogging
Apply organic compost during the growing period
Harvest pods frequently to encourage continuous yield

Tips

Soak seeds overnight before planting for faster germination
Provide sturdy support early to avoid root disturbance later
Harvest pods regularly to promote continuous production
Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Allow some pods to mature fully for dry bean harvest

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

red streaks

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Climbing

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Summer

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

mildly sweet

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Tongue of Fire Bean Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Speckled Beans for Productive Home Gardens
seed-type

Seed Type

Open Pollinated

plant-type

Plant Type

Legume Vegetable

Tongue of Fire Bean is a heritage variety grown for generations for its high yields and distinctive appearance. The plants grow vigorously and produce long, colourful pods that can be enjoyed fresh or dried. This bean is valued for its nutritional benefits, ease of cultivation, and adaptability to warm climates, making it a great choice for home and kitchen gardens.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

12 to 18 cm

plant-height

Plant Height

180 to 240 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

7–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Suitable

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

30 to 45 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

3 to 4 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm temperatures

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000178173

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Tongue of Fire beans visually distinctive?

The pods have distinctive coloration with red streaking, giving the variety its characteristic appearance.

Does this bean need a trellis or other support?

Yes. Its climbing habit makes sturdy support such as a trellis or stakes useful as the plants develop.

Can the pods be harvested at different stages?

Yes. The page notes that the beans can be enjoyed fresh or allowed to mature fully for dry-bean harvest.

Is this bean suitable for a container garden?

Yes. The product specifications list container gardening as suitable, provided adequate support is available.

How tall can Tongue of Fire bean plants become?

Plants are listed at approximately 180–240 cm tall, so vertical growing space should be considered.

What temperatures suit this bean variety?

The product specifies warm growing conditions and lists hardiness Zones 7–11.