Type
bush snap, purple pod
Green Bean variety
Royal Burgundy Green Bean
A bush bean with deep purple pods that turn green when cooked. Plants are compact and attractive in the garden.
Days to maturity
55
Best for
fresh eating, garden color
About Royal Burgundy
Royal Burgundy is a bush bean with striking purple pods that turn green when cooked. It is grown as much for easy picking and garden color as for its tender snap bean quality.
Growing Royal Burgundy Green Bean
The pods are easiest to spot against the foliage, so harvest often while they are still smooth and slender. Color is best in cooler weather, and regular picking is important because purple bush beans can become seedy quickly in heat.
Full growing guide
For planting dates, care, and harvest that apply to all green beans, see the complete guide.
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Variety characteristics are general guidance for US home gardens; performance varies by climate, soil, and season. Seed and plant availability differs by supplier. Page updated Aug 4, 2026.