Hyacinth Bean
Lablab purpureus
💧 Watering
Every 2–3 days
☀️ Light
Full sun
💦 Humidity
Average
🌡️ Temperature
65–90°F (18–32°C)
Soil
Average, well-draining soil
✨ Fertilizing
Monthly
🪴 Repotting
Annual — direct sow after frost
About Hyacinth Bean
Fast growing tropical annual vine with purple flowers, purple pods, and glossy purple-tinged foliage. Stunning.
Care tips
- Direct sow after last frost in full sun
- Seeds and raw beans are toxic — cook before eating
- One of the most ornamental annual vines