"Glycine max: Soybeans have been a staple of the Asian diet since the eleventh century BC and have now spread throughout the globe. Edamame soybeans are much sweeter and more digestible than other soybeans. Rich in protein, fiber, calcium, and vitamins A and B, edamame soybeans can be substituted for green peas or lima beans in any recipe and also make an outstanding snack when simply boiled in salt water.

CULTURE: Edamame soybeans are best sown directly into the soil when temperatures reach 65°F. Sow seeds 4 inches apart and 1 inch deep in a moist soil. Days to emergence: 7-10. Plants do not need to be staked or trellised. Refer to bush bean culture box for fertilization, disease, and insect information.
HARVEST: The harvesting period for edamames is very short so check often for mature pods. Harvest when the pods are plump and the beans are almost touching each other in the pod. Once the pods turn yellow, the beans become starchy and lose their sweet, nutty flavor. In Japan, edamame soybeans are traditionally prepared by boiling the pods in salt water and the beans are then squeezed from the inedible pod directly into the mouth.
SEED SPECS: Minimum germination standard: 80%. Usual seed life: 3 years. One ounce sows 15 row feet. Approximately 110 seeds per ounce.

Sampler: 1 ounce
Packet: 2 ounces"

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