Akanata Mame

Tuesday, 27 October 2009 12:26

This sword bean cultivated in Japan produces pinkish-red flowers and beans. The beans, which have a ridged edge, are harvested when they are still immature, or when they are roughly 4" long. Prepare these beans as you would snap beans. •    Height: 18-24 in. (45-60 cm) •    Spacing: 3-6 in. (7-15 cm) •    Sun Exposure: Full Sun •    Maturity: Approx. 70 days •    Planting season: Late spring to early summer Go to table of bean varieties