Total Number of seeds: 10
Winged Beans Purple Star Beans Seeds 🌿✨
Winged Beans Purple Star Beans, also known as Goa Bean, Manila Bean, Princess Bean, and Dragon Bean, produce vibrant red-purple pods. These stunning beans are prized for their unique color, nutritional value, and tender texture. With their open-pollinated nature, this variety is perfect for sustainable gardening. The vines produce long pods that are not only beautiful but highly nutritious, making them a great addition to home gardens.
About This Item 🌿
- Type of Seeds: Open Pollinated, Non-Hybrid, Non-GMO
- Germination Time: 7-10 days
- Plant Habit: Creeper
- Pod Color: Red-purple with winged edges
- Pod Length: 18 cm
- Growing Season: Best for warm climates, year-round in tropical regions
- First Harvest: 70 days after sowing
- Seeds Sowing Depth: 1 inch deep
- Ideal Climate: Warm, tropical climates
- Watering Frequency: Moderate; keep soil moist but not waterlogged
- Maintenance Required: Moderate; requires trellis support for vines
- Ideal Grow Bag Size: 15-18 inches
What size grow bag is best Winged Beans Purple Star Beans Seeds
Growing Season in India 🌞
Winged Beans Purple Star Beans can be grown year-round in tropical regions like India. These vibrant red-purple pods thrive in warm weather, providing continuous yields throughout the growing season. Winged Beans Purple Star Beans Seeds
How to Grow in Pots 🪴
- Choose a 15-18 inch pot with proper drainage holes.
- Fill the pot with nutrient-rich soil mixed with compost.
- Sow seeds 1 inch deep, spaced appropriately.
- Place the pot in a sunny spot where the plants can receive 6-8 hours of sunlight daily.
- Water regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy.
- Provide a trellis or support structure for the vines to climb.
- Expect the first harvest 70 days after sowing.
Seeds Sowing Method 🌾
- Preparation: Use fertile, well-draining soil with organic compost.
- Sowing: Sow seeds 1 inch deep, spaced 4-6 inches apart.
- Watering: Water immediately after sowing.
- Germination: Seeds will sprout within 7-10 days.
- Support: Provide trellis or stakes to support the climbing vines.
Plant Care Tips for Winged Beans Purple Star Beans Seeds 🍀
- Ensure 6-8 hours of sunlight daily.
- Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with organic compost.
- Regularly prune plants to encourage healthy growth.
- Monitor for pests and treat with neem oil if necessary.
- Harvest pods when they reach 18 cm for the best flavor.
How to Fertilize Vegetable Plants Effectively
1. Apply Nutrient-Rich Fertilizers
When your plants begin flowering, use nutrient-rich fertilizers like Organic Bone Meal Powder or Vermicompost. This helps in boosting the bloom and enhances overall yield.
2. Use Organic Fertilizers
Feed your plants with organic fertilizers such as Cow Dung Manure or Neem Cake. Organic options promote healthy soil life.
3. Regular Feeding
Apply fertilizers every 20-25 days to ensure plants receive a steady supply of nutrients. Choose from various options like Cocopeat Compost for moisture retention.
Special Features 🌟
Winged Beans Purple Star Beans are known for their eye-catching red-purple color and nutrient-rich pods. They add a unique touch to dishes and are rich in protein, vitamins, and minerals. These beans are perfect for stir-fries, curries, and salads, providing not only visual appeal but also excellent flavor.
Benefits/Uses 🍽️
Winged Beans are packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins, making them a healthy addition to your meals. They can be used in stir-fries, soups, curries, or even eaten raw in salads, adding color and nutrition to every dish.
Precautions While Growing ⚠️
- Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
- Ensure proper trellising to support the climbing vines.
- Harvest pods early to encourage continuous production.
Common Problems Affecting Plants and Solutions 🐛❗
- Pests: Use neem oil or organic pesticides to control pests like aphids.
- Diseases: Ensure good airflow to prevent fungal infections.
- Sunburn: Provide shade during peak heat to avoid leaf damage.
Priya Sharma
Beautiful purple wings – truly ornamental and edible.
Kunal Patel
Unique taste and perfect for stir fry and side dishes.
Rohan Iyer
Purple winged pods were very attractive and rare!
Sneha Reddy
Used trellis for climbing, got great yield.
Nizam
High Germination rate also got another sample seeds lot of vrieties thanks golden hills farm
Neha Kapoor
Leaves and pods both were healthy and strong.
Amit Joshi
Harvested in about 65 days. Very healthy plant.
Rudra lakshmi
what a germination almost all seeds germinated
Rohan Iyer
Excellent germination and strong climber growth.
Rohan Iyer
Great flowering and fruit setting.