Shironata Mame

Saturday, 24 October 2009 12:47

This Japanese sword bean produces white flowers and green beans with a ridged edge. The beans are picked when immature; 4" long, and prepared like snap beans. Blanch or steam these beans and enjoy with lemon-dill butter. Japanese sword bean (Canavalia gladiata). Harvest when still immature (about 4 inches long) and use like snap beans. •    Maturity: Approx. 70 days •    Planting season: Late spring to early summer Go to table of bean varieties