Overview
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR is a climbing climber wall shrub in the genus Phaseolus, part of the Fabaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H2. Suggested uses include cottage and informal garden, climber and wall shrubs and edible fruit.
About
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR is a climbing cultivar of the Phaseolus genus, which includes annual and perennial legumes known for their trifoliate leaves and edible seeds. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect with moist but well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for cottage and informal gardens, it is valued for its edible fruit and performs best in fertile soil with roots shaded. Propagation is by seed, and it is hardy to UK zone H2, showing interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Phaseolus
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H2
Plant details
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Climber Wall Shrub, Fruit Edible
- Habit
- Climbing
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Cottage and informal garden, Climber and wall shrubs, Edible fruit
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Blackfly, Slugs and snails
- Disease resistance
- Runner and French bean rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR?
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR need?
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR hardy in the UK?
Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H2, meaning it is tender, tolerating 1–5°C, and needs frost-free protection over winter.
How do I propagate Phaseolus vulgaris 'Meccearly'PBR?
Seed.
More in the Phaseolus genus
- Phaseolus vulgaris 'Empress'bean (climbing French) 'Empress'
- Phaseolus vulgaris 'Lipsos'PBR
- Phaseolus vulgaris 'Orinoco'bean (dwarf French) 'Orinoco'
- Phaseolus vulgaris 'Prodigon'kidney bean 'Prodigon'