Mung Bean - Mappe Green
7-10 days for microgreens or 70 days to full maturity. Vigna radiata 'Mappe Green'. Mappe Green Mung Bean Seeds. Non-GMO, Heirloom. Warm-season annual. Typically grown for their flavorful and crispy bean sprouts, mung beans are alternatively grown to full maturity and cultivated for green beans with 7-9 beans per pod. These delectable beans have a variety of uses in the kitchen and are a terrific addition to any garden. Grow Mappe Green Mung beans in a container, garden bed, field, or greenhouse and they will flourish.—Approx 445 seeds / oz.
Mung Bean - Mappe Green - Heirloom
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Other Names: Phaseolus aureus, balatung, bean sprouts, Chinese green bean, dau xanh, kacang hijau, look dow, lu dou, luk dou, mongo, moyashi, moyashi mame, munatta, mung, ree dou, ryokuto, or thua khieo.
How to Grow Mappe Green Mung Beans
For large sprouts, sow seeds during the spring or summer in sandy soil. The location should be bright but not too hot. Broadcast seeds on soil and cover with a thin layer of growing medium. Keep uniformly moist. For smaller sprouts, use a sprouting jar indoors. Wash seeds thoroughly before planting and wash sprouts well before eating. For pod growing, sow seeds in the spring or summer after the last frost in a warm, sunny location. Keep the soil moist throughout the life of the plant. Fertilize if the leaves look pale during the midseason. Growing needs are comparable to classic green beans.
Harvesting Mappe Green Mung Beans
Hand-pick the delicious pods with a knife when they reach 3-4”. Harvest filet beans when the diameter is 1/8-1/4" at most and before beans start to bulge in the pods. Some cultures also eat immature mung bean pods which are typically cooked whole.
Culinary Tips
For the girthiest, crunchiest bean sprouts, put a weight on top of the beans as they are sprouting. This pressure will build up the necessary compounds to grow robust sprouts! Mung Bean sprouts are also commonly added into stir-fries or as a garnish for soups. Enjoy the sweet and nutty bean as you would any other dried bean. They are rich in protein.
Stories From Our Gardeners
“My favorite way to eat mung bean sprouts is as a garnish on Phǫ. They add the perfect fresh crunch to balance out rich soups.”
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Seeds Per Package
- 7 g packet - Approximately 314 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 1,780 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 7,120 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 35,600 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Vigna radiata 'Mappe Green' |
| Mappe Green Mung Bean Color: | Purplish-yellow flowers followed by curving 3" hairy pods. Green foliage and stems. |
| Mappe Green Mung Bean Flavor: | The sprouts are crisp and fresh. The beans have a slightly sweet and nutty flavor. |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 7-10 days for microgreens or 70 days to full maturity |
| Days to Germination: | 5-8 Days |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 20-30 inches |
| Plant Height: | 20-30’ |
| Growth Habit: | Tall bush. |
| Soil Preference: | Fertile, well-draining soil. Mung beans typically prefer slight acidity but can grow well without it if all other factors are ideal. |
| Temperature Preference: | 70-80℉ |
Other
| Plant Width: | 2-5 inches |
| Pests and Disease: | The Mexican bean beetle can be problematic in some areas of Southern North America. Proper cultivation practices are the best defense against difficulties! |