Evaluation of the possibilities of using runner bean (Phaseolus coccineus L.) in landscaping design

Abstract

The paper presents an overview of the specialized literature on runner bean decorative valences, determined by the main morphological, physiological and technological characteristics of this species. The paper aims is to promote the species as an ornamental plant in the specific conditions of our Romania. The main morphological characteristics refer to growth mode, habitus and plant strenght, foliage color, flower color, inflorescence number and its dynamics, shape, size and color of pods, number of pods per plant, shape, size and color of seeds. Physiological particularities refer to the main culture phenophases, their duration, the duration of the ornamental and vegetation period. Technological particularities relate to the time and manner of establishing a culture, different plant layout devices, using the support system and some specific care works.