85 days. Vigna sesquipedalis. Open Pollinated. Orient Wonder Bean. The plant produces high yields of flavorful 18" long slender dark green beans. It is a popular Oriental bean variety prized for its extra-long, slender, dark-green, stringless pods. The pods stay tender longer than many yard-long types because seeds develop slowly. They can even grow as long as 30" long. These delicious stringless beans are among Asians’ favorites for their sweet, tender taste. Excellent for stir-fry and Asian dishes. Asian cooks especially want them because they form seeds slowly. The plant has beautiful purple flowers that open in the morning. They continue producing for a long period, even in cool, dry climates. Does well in different climates and conditions. Cold Tolerant. Drought Tolerant, Heat Tolerant. High Humidity Tolerant. Requires trellising for support. Also known as Asparagus Beans, Batong Beans, Chinese Noodle Beans, Dau Gok Beans, Sitaw Beans, Snake Beans, and Yard Long Beans. Suitable for greenhouse production. An excellent choice for home gardens, specialty markets, and market growers. A variety from Japan.
Seeds Per Pound: 3,000
Plant Height: 8 to 12 ft vines
Planting Season: Spring
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Method: Direct Sow