Purple Bush Beans –Sem Seeds for Colourful Harvest

Purple Bush Beans are a vibrant and compact-growing variety known for their striking deep purple pods and crisp texture. Popularly referred to as Short Avarakkai in Tamil, Sem in Hindi, and Rajma in some regions (though not kidney beans), these beans are great for stir-fries, curries, and side dishes. This non-climbing, bush-type plant is easy to grow and performs well across Indian climates in kitchen gardens and small spaces.

How to Sow

Sow seeds directly in well-drained soil with full sunlight. Maintain 1 to 1.5 feet spacing between plants. No support needed as it is a bush variety. Water regularly but avoid waterlogging.

Harvest Timeline

Seeds germinate in 5 to 8 days. Beans are ready to harvest in 50 to 65 days. Pick when pods are tender and fully coloured for best taste.