Purple hyacinth bean is often grown as a flowering plant, although most of the plant is edible. With shades of purple in the leaves, stems, flowers and showy seed pods, it is undeni… 展开

The bright green, pointed leaves grow in leaflets of three leaves. The stems and undersides of the leaves are tinged purple. Flowers resemble sweet peas, without the scent. They gro… 展开

For the best flowering, choose a site that gets full sun. Purple hyacinth beans will grow in partial shade, but along with fewer blooms, you will also have the risk of fungal diseases.… 展开

A neutral soil pH of 6.0 to 6.8 is best. Purple hyacinth beans don't need overly rich soil, but working some organic matter into the soil before planting will give them a good start. Defini… 展开