Phaseolus vulgaris I’ve never seen a dragon’s tongue, but I would not be surprised at all if it had purple stripes like this bush bean! Dragon's Tongue Bean (Phaseolus vulgaris) is a dual-purpose wax bean that produces an abundance of purple striped pods. They are delicious cooked whole when young and tender or, when left to mature, yield white and purple-speckled dry beans that are tender, buttery and delicious in soups or stews. Each year, the Hudson Valley Seed Company commissions contemporary artists from around the U.S. to tell the story of a particular seed variety, a unique way to celebrate seeds' diverse stories before you enjoy the harvest! · Art Pack, 50 seeds · Direct sow after frost. Succession sow every 3 weeks until 8 to 10 weeks before first fall frost for fresh beans all season. · Full sun · 12 to 18 inches at maturity Your purchase is powerful. Not only does ">