Phaseolus vulgaris Features: -Annual -Heirloom from the Netherlands -Recommended for outdoor growing in a container or in the ground -Comes in a biodegradable pot We grow our plants from seed, start them indoors, and move them outside to the shade to acclimate to the weather. To transplant, dig a hole a bit larger than the biodegradable pot, tear the pot in a few places, and bury the the root ball (including the pot) in the hole. You may also choose to add a bit of compost or worm castings into the hole before adding the plant. Water in thoroughly. Variety description from Sow True Seed: "A fanciful name for a fanciful bean! This beautiful variety originated in the Netherlands in the 18th century, and we can see why it has endured so long. The flat, yellow, stringless pods sport bright purple to magenta streaks, and taste just as good as they look. This dual-purpose variety can also be grown to full maturity and used as dry beans, similar to pintos."