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Organic Green Yard Long Bean Seeds

Vigna unguiculata

5.00 (7 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Yard long beans thrive in heat and humidity, and should be direct sown when the weather stays fairly warm and the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F. Make sure the soil is rich and deeply worked; these beans like full sun. Plant the seeds 1" deep and 3" apart, later thinning to 6-8" apart. The rows should be spaced 3-4' apart. Keep the ground moist until germination, which should occur within 7-10 days.

Growing: This type of bean needs to be trained on a trellis of at least 7' to support its vigorous vining habit; tepee or trellis structures of bamboo or chicken wire often work well. Yard long beans prefer high temperatures, so if cold weather threatens protection may be needed. Since dry weather stunts the growth of the pods, water the plants if the soil completely dries out. Watch out for aphids and mites, which can be a problem.

Harvesting: These beans will be ready to harvest about 60 days after planting. For best taste and tenderness, pick these beans for fresh eating at a length of 15-20". Since the beans grow very quickly, check the vines often. Fully mature beans can be dried and used as soup beans. Fresh beans are best used immediately, but will keep in the refrigerator for several days.

Seed Saving: Allow the pods to mature fully and dry on the vine. If frost or rainy weather threatens before your beans are dry, pull the plants and allow them to continue drying under shelter. A good method for drying is to hang them upside down from their roots until the seeds rattle in the pods and are very hard. They should be completely dry 10-15 days later. Remove the seeds from the pods by hand, or thresh them by putting them in a bag and applying a heavy weight. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 3 years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Vigna unguiculata

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 120

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 80 Inches

Color: Green

Organic Green Yard Long Bean Seeds 5.0
Review By Patel

Good

So far is good in small pot to grow. Next week transfer in the ground

Organic Green Yard Long Bean Seeds 5.0
Review By Mary Reustle

getting the seeds I picked out

I like the packaging and the delivery time , and we will see how they germinate in the future, but I am tickles to start my garden.

Organic Green Yard Long Bean Seeds 5.0
Review By frank mead

Organic long beans

We ordered the long beans organic and they arrived in a short time happy with that; the proof will be in the eating!

Organic Green Yard Long Bean Seeds 5.0
Review By Julie Simmonds

Super fast!

The order went through easily and was delivered super fast! Now just waiting on the weather to warm up so they can be planted! Thanks! :)

Organic Green Yard Long Bean Seeds 5.0
Review By Baylor Berry

Favorite green beans ever

I have been looking for these for three years. Your price,promptness, and shipping was perfect! Cant wait to plant them. You made my year! Thank you so much !!!

Organic Green Yard Long Bean Seeds 5.0
Review By Don Kelly

beans

quick service

Organic Green Yard Long Bean Seeds 5.0
Review By Kenneth Voelkel

Yard long beans

Very clean seeds. Percentage of germination is very high. Will purchase again.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~20 Seeds) $3.96 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~120 Seeds) $7.65 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (113g) $15.38 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $45.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

These beans make an unusual addition to your garden, with their extreme length. Due to their tenderness and unique taste, they are well suited to salads and stir-fries and are a popular vegetable in Asian dining. These grow best in a hot, humid climate, and take about 80 days until harvest.
The yard long bean, often known as the Chinese long bean, originates in southern Asia; Carl Linnaeus first noted its presence in the New World in 1763. Actually a member of the cowpea family, they closely resemble green beans with a slightly more intense flavor and denser texture. Yard long beans have been a popular ingredient in Asian stir fries and other vegetable dishes for centuries. These beans also have a loyal following in the Mediterranean region, being known in Naples as "faiolo e maccarone," or "beans and macaroni," because of their noodle-like appearance.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Yard long beans thrive in heat and humidity, and should be direct sown when the weather stays fairly warm and the soil temperature reaches at least 75 degrees F. Make sure the soil is rich and deeply worked; these beans like full sun. Plant the seeds 1" deep and 3" apart, later thinning to 6-8" apart. The rows should be spaced 3-4' apart. Keep the ground moist until germination, which should occur within 7-10 days.

Growing: This type of bean needs to be trained on a trellis of at least 7' to support its vigorous vining habit; tepee or trellis structures of bamboo or chicken wire often work well. Yard long beans prefer high temperatures, so if cold weather threatens protection may be needed. Since dry weather stunts the growth of the pods, water the plants if the soil completely dries out. Watch out for aphids and mites, which can be a problem.

Harvesting: These beans will be ready to harvest about 60 days after planting. For best taste and tenderness, pick these beans for fresh eating at a length of 15-20". Since the beans grow very quickly, check the vines often. Fully mature beans can be dried and used as soup beans. Fresh beans are best used immediately, but will keep in the refrigerator for several days.

Seed Saving: Allow the pods to mature fully and dry on the vine. If frost or rainy weather threatens before your beans are dry, pull the plants and allow them to continue drying under shelter. A good method for drying is to hang them upside down from their roots until the seeds rattle in the pods and are very hard. They should be completely dry 10-15 days later. Remove the seeds from the pods by hand, or thresh them by putting them in a bag and applying a heavy weight. Store the seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 3 years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Vigna unguiculata

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 120

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 80 Inches

Color: Green

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 7 reviews
5.0

Review By Patel

Good

So far is good in small pot to grow. Next week transfer in the ground

5.0

Review By Mary Reustle

getting the seeds I picked out

I like the packaging and the delivery time , and we will see how they germinate in the future, but I am tickles to start my garden.

5.0

Review By frank mead

Organic long beans

We ordered the long beans organic and they arrived in a short time happy with that; the proof will be in the eating!

5.0

Review By Julie Simmonds

Super fast!

The order went through easily and was delivered super fast! Now just waiting on the weather to warm up so they can be planted! Thanks! :)

5.0

Review By Baylor Berry

Favorite green beans ever

I have been looking for these for three years. Your price,promptness, and shipping was perfect! Cant wait to plant them. You made my year! Thank you so much !!!

5.0

Review By Don Kelly

beans

quick service

5.0

Review By Kenneth Voelkel

Yard long beans

Very clean seeds. Percentage of germination is very high. Will purchase again.