Purple Queen – a decorative bush bean with purple pods
Looking for a low-growing bean that is both productive and beautiful? Purple Queen is a fast-growing bush bean with purple pods and excellent flavour. Ideal if you want to grow beans in limited space.
What makes Purple Queen special
This variety gives pods 12–15 cm long in a beautiful dark purple. They stay tender for a long time and are very easy to pick thanks to their contrast with the leaves.
Background and name
Purple Queen is a popular modern bush bean bred for its colour, earliness and flavour. Often recommended for beginners.
Appearance and growth habit
The plant is compact and bushy, about 40–50 cm tall. It suits raised beds and balcony growing very well.
Flavour and uses of Purple Queen
Mild, fine flavour with a crisp texture. The colour disappears when cooked but the flavour is kept.
Ways to use Purple Queen
Use raw in salads, lightly stir-fried or boiled. Also pretty in pickles if picked early.
Growing tips for Purple Queen
Sow directly in warm soil. Needs no support. Pick the pods young for the best flavour and continued flowering.
Purple Queen is the bush bean for anyone who wants to grow beans that both taste and look fantastic. Order your bean seeds today!
