For a green bean, pick Scarlet Runner Beans when they are no more than 6 inches (15 cm) long, top and tail, string, then slice them into pieces anywhere from 1/4 inch to 2 inches (1/2 cm to 5 cm) -- preferences vary.A variety called Scarlet Emperor has particularly good eating beans.carlet Runner Beans are a variety of Runner Bean that are one of the most popular varieties. A perennial in the tropics, it can be overwintered in colder areas if the tuberous roots are brought inside.
From tall to small, splashy to subdued, these perennials are proven performers. Asters are the grande finale to the perennial garden, displaying vibrant fall colors in shades of pink, purple, blue, and white. Theyâre also one of the last great feeding opportunities for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
Osteospermum used to belong to the genus Dimorphotheca, but only the annual species remain in that genus; the perennials belong to Osteospermum.The genus Osteospermum is also closely related to the small genus Chrysanthemoides, such as C. incana and C. monilifera.here are about 50 species, native to Africa, 35 species in southern Africa, and the southwestern Arabian Peninsula. They are half-hardy perennials or subshrubs. Therefore they do not survive outdoor wintry conditions, but there is still a wide range of hardiness.