Dark Green
Vigna unguiculata subsp sesquipedalis
 Dark Green
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Seed #401 |
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Yard long beans are sometimes called Asparagus beans or Chinese long beans. This variety produces long, dark green, slender, round stringless pods that grow 16-18" long. This strong, easy to grow plant needs a warm climate to thrive and will reward you with high yields.
- Warm season annual
- Maturity: Approx. 70 days
- Planting season: Late spring to early summer
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Cultivation: Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in spring/summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Keep soil moist. Fertilize as needed. Train to climb a vertical support. Harvest beans when 16-18" long. The pod should still be smooth, tender and about the diameter of a pencil.
Germination
Temperature |
Seed
Depth |
Seed
Spacing |
Row
Distance |
| 65-85°F |
1" |
6-8" |
24-36" |
Please note: Maturity, adaptability and disease tolerance may differ under your specific climate and/or growing conditions.
Culinary tips: This type of bean is used in the popular Szechwan dish Dry-Fried Beans. They are very crisp, tender and delicious. Try in recipes that use snap beans. Prepare by cutting into 2" sections.
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