Organic Purple Queen Bean Seeds Ireland | Packed by Hand | Approx. 20 Seeds
 
There is something joyful about growing purple beans.
 
Purple Queen is a striking dwarf French bean variety, producing smooth, stringless purple pods that are tender, sweet and easy to harvest. Productive and reliable, it brings colour to the garden and abundance to the kitchen.
 
Our Organic Purple Queen Bean Seeds are certified organic and packed by hand by our family here in Ireland. Carefully handled in small batches for strong germination and dependable harvests in Irish growing conditions.
 
Each packet contains approximately 20 certified organic bean seeds.
 
Why Grow Purple Queen Beans
• Certified organic seed
• Packed by hand in Ireland
• Approximately 20 seeds per packet
• Dwarf variety, ideal for smaller spaces
• Beautiful purple, stringless pods
• Tender texture and excellent flavour
• High yielding and easy to harvest
They are as generous as they are beautiful.
 
Growing Information for Ireland
Sowing Time in Ireland
Sow outdoors from May to July once all risk of frost has passed and soil has warmed.
Germination
7 to 14 days in soil temperatures between 12 and 20 degrees.
Spacing
Sow seeds 5 centimetres deep and 15 centimetres apart in rows spaced 45 centimetres apart.
Position
Full sun in well drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter.
Harvest
Harvest from July to September. Pick regularly while pods are young and tender to encourage continued production.
 
Short on Time?
Beans are best direct sown into warm soil, but many customers combine summer crops like beans with strong young vegetable plants to create a steady and varied harvest through the season.
 
Our Organic Seed Promise
• Certified organic seed
• No chemical treatments
• Carefully selected varieties suited to Irish gardens
• Packed by hand by us in Ireland
• Stored carefully for reliable germination
We pack every seed as if it were destined for our own kitchen table.
 
Irish Growing Tips for Purple Queen Beans
In Ireland, wait until soil is properly warmed before sowing to avoid rotting seed.
Avoid waterlogged ground, especially early in the season.
Pick pods regularly while young to keep plants productive.
Purple pods will turn green when cooked, but retain their sweet flavour.
 
Frequently Asked Questions
Are these Purple Queen bean seeds certified organic?
Yes. All our seeds are certified organic and meet organic production standards.
How many seeds are in each packet?
Each packet contains approximately 20 certified organic bean seeds.
Are Purple Queen beans suitable for beginners?
Yes. This dwarf variety is straightforward and rewarding for gardeners of all experience levels.
Can I grow Purple Queen beans in containers?
Yes. As a dwarf variety, they grow well in large containers placed in a sunny spot.
 
We pack in small batches, and once this variety is sold out for the season, it will not return until next year.