{"product_id":"dwarf-french-bean-seeds-amethyst-purple-stringless-gourmet-variety","title":"Dwarf French Bean Seeds - Amethyst - Purple Stringless Gourmet Variety","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eA Splash of Royal Purple for Your Garden and Plate!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eThe 'Amethyst' Dwarf French Bean is a show-stopping variety that proves you don’t have to choose between beauty and productivity. These seeds produce compact, bushy plants laden with striking, deep-purple pods that are as delicious as they are decorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eThe 15cm pods are completely \u003cb\u003estringless\u003c\/b\u003e with a refined, gourmet flavour and a satisfyingly crisp texture. One of the \"magical\" traits of Amethyst is its cooking transition: the \u003cb\u003evibrant purple pods turn a rich dark green when steamed\u003c\/b\u003e, acting as a natural timer for perfect, tender-crisp results.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy 'Amethyst' is a Gardener’s Favourite:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHigh Visibility Harvesting:\u003c\/b\u003e The bright purple pods stand out against the green foliage, making them incredibly easy to spot and pick compared to green varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpace-Saving \u0026amp; Sturdy:\u003c\/b\u003e Reaching a height of approx. 45cm, these plants are self-supporting and don't require poles or netting—ideal for windy sites or small gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrnamental Edible:\u003c\/b\u003e With lovely mauve flowers and jewel-toned pods, Amethyst is pretty enough to grow in flower borders or patio containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProlific Cropper:\u003c\/b\u003e A heavy-yielding variety that provides a continuous harvest throughout the summer if picked regularly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eGrowing Instructions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eVariety:\u003c\/b\u003e Amethyst (Dwarf\/Bush)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePosition:\u003c\/b\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSow Indoors:\u003c\/b\u003e April to May (for an early start).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSow Outdoors:\u003c\/b\u003e May to June (once the soil is warm and frost risk has passed).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e 5cm (2in).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/b\u003e 20cm (8in) between plants; 45cm (18in) between rows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/b\u003e July to September.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTop Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e For a summer-long supply, use \"succession sowing\"—plant a small batch of seeds every 2-3 weeks rather than all at once.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Puzzle Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56553515450692,"sku":"DFB2UK","price":3.2,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0926\/0692\/3076\/files\/Gemini_Generated_Image_dolf1ldolf1ldolf.png?v=1774272709","url":"https:\/\/www.sturmergardencentre.co.uk\/products\/dwarf-french-bean-seeds-amethyst-purple-stringless-gourmet-variety","provider":"Sturmer Garden Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}