Description

Botanical Interests' Hyacinth Bean Ruby Moon Seeds (Lablab purpureus) produce striking 1″ pinkish-purple flowers that bloom in loose clusters, followed by glossy, dark purple pods 3″–5″ long. Known for its ornamental beauty, this perennial (often grown as an annual) thrives in full sun to partial shade and quickly climbs fences, trellises, or spills over containers. Its vibrant purple and green foliage creates an eye-catching display in gardens, and it’s drought-tolerant, making it easy to maintain. Though not edible due to its toxic properties, the Hyacinth Bean adds an enchanting element to your landscape.

10 seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Lablab purpureus
Family: Fabaceae
Native: Africa
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 10 and warmer, usually grown as an annual
Plant Dimensions: 10'–20 vine
Variety Information: Loose clusters of 1″ purple sweet-pea-shaped flowers followed by attractive, shiny, 3″–5″ long purple pods.
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Summer to frost
Attributes: Drought Tolerant, Good for Containers

Sowing Info:

When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and when soil temperature is at least 65°F, ideally 70°–85°F. Successive Sowings: Every 7 to 14 days up to 80 days before your average first fall frost date. NOTE: In very hot summer areas, skip sowing as high heat approaches; temperatures consistently above 90°F will prevent beans from forming.
When to Start Inside: Not recommended. 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Roots are sensitive to disturbance; use biodegradable pots that can be placed directly into the ground.
Days to Emerge: 3–30 days
Seed Depth: 1″
Seed Spacing: A group of 2 seeds every 12″
Thinning: When 2″ tall, thin to 1 every 12″