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Volunteer Half-Runner Bean
$3.99
Packet - 2 oz. Seeds
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Quick Facts
Days to Maturity65 days
SunlightFull Sun
Spacing3-4 Inches
Germination7–10 days
Growing Information
Growing Volunteer Half-Runner Bean
Volunteer Half Runner Bean is a long-trusted Appalachian favorite, known for its vigorous growth, exceptional flavor, and dependable yields. This traditional variety produces an abundance of tender, stringless pods that reach 4–5 inches long—perfect for fresh eating, canning, or freezing.
Vines grow 3 to 5 feet and combine the best qualities of both bush and pole beans: tidy growth with the benefit of a longer, more extended harvest season. Plants perform best with light support but do not require full trellising, making them easy to manage in home gardens.
Highly productive and incredibly reliable, Volunteer Half Runner remains a beloved staple for gardeners seeking old-fashioned flavor, versatility, and steady yields throughout the season.
- Days to Maturity: 65 days
- Sow Method: Direct Sow
- Sow Depth: 1 Inch
- Spacing: 3-4 Inches
- Sun Exposure: Full Sun
- Height: 18-24 inches
- Spread: 3-5 Feet
- Pod Size: 4-5 Inches
- Pod Color: Green
- Bean Type: Half-Runner
- Growth Habit: Semi-Vining
- Seed Color: White
Catalog Page: 28
How to start
Direct Sow
Sowing depth
1 Inch
Plant height
18-24 inches
Botanical name
Phaseolus coccineus
Questions
FAQ
How should I start these seeds?
Recommended sow method: Direct Sow.
How deep do I plant them?
Sow at a depth of 1 Inch.
How long until they germinate?
Typical germination: 7–10 days.
How far apart should I space the plants?
Recommended spacing: 3-4 Inches.
How much sun do they need?
Recommended sun exposure: Full Sun.
What’s your germination guarantee?
We stand behind the germination quality of our seed. If you have a germination issue, contact our team and we'll help make it right.
Not sure when to plant in your area?
Planting dates depend on your local frost dates and growing zone.
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Volunteer Half-Runner Bean$3.99 · Packet - 2 oz. Seeds
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