Dragon Tongue, also called Dragon Langerie, is a beautiful Dutch heirloom wax bean grown as a snap, shelling, or dry bean. The bush plants produce broad, flat, creamy-yellow pods about 6 to 7 inches long dramatically streaked with purple, making them one of the most ornamental beans in the garden. As snap beans the pods are exceptionally tender, crisp, and sweet with a fine flavor, though the purple streaks fade to green with cooking. Left to mature, the pods can be shelled for plump beige-and-brown seeds used fresh or dried. This triple-purpose versatility and outstanding flavor make Dragon Tongue a gourmet favorite. It is open-pollinated and comes true from seed. Compact and productive, it suits a wide range of gardens and needs no support.
Flavor Profile
Exceptionally sweet, tender, and crisp as a snap bean with rich flavor; nutty and creamy when shelled.
Visual Characteristics
Broad, flat, creamy-yellow pods 6 to 7 inches long streaked with purple that fades when cooked.
Growing Tips
Pick young for the crispest snap beans or leave to mature for shelling; the purple streaks disappear with cooking.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.