Yard Long Bean - Purple Mart Tsu In
75-80 day maturity. Vigna unguiculata subsp sesquipedalis. Purple Mart Tsu In Yard Long Bean Seeds. Non-GMO Warm-Season Annual Heirloom. Purple Mart Tsu In Beans have been cultivated for centuries in India and China. This variety is desirable for its rich deep dark purple-colored pods. A generous producer of about 20" long beans weighing around 40 grams. The beans are tender and stringless with dark purple coloration that turns black when cooked. Try planting arugula at the base and interplanting with bitter melon vines for increased pest resistance, faster growth, and efficient use of space. Approx. 180 seeds per oz.
Yard Long Bean Seeds - Purple Mart Tsu In - Heirloom
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How to Grow Purple Mart Tsu In Bean
Purple Mart Tsu In Bean seeds are direct sown in the late spring or summer after the last frost in a warm, sunny spot. Sow indoors 2-3 weeks before outdoor planting for an earlier harvest. Be sure to harden off well if starting indoors. Plant in waves every 3-4 weeks for multiple harvests if you live in a warm climate. Keep soil moist in the early days. Fertilization might not be needed at all. Keep a close eye for spider mites if growing in a sheltered spot. Train the vines to climb strings or supports as they grow.
Harvesting Purple Mart Tsu In Bean
Harvest between 10-20” long. Pods, seeds, stems, and leaves are all edible!
Culinary Tips
Yard Long Bean may replace string beans in any scenario. Pods can be deep-fried, stir-fried, steamed, or used in soups. Their thin size makes them cook quite rapidly. Prepare by cutting into 2" sections. Lightly steam the leaves and stems, then toss with olive oil for a nutritious side.
Tips From Our Gardeners
“Purple Mart Tsu In Beans are some of my favorites to cook. Not only are they delicious, but the color change visible while cooking makes me feel like a kid watching a mood ring!”
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Seeds Per Package
- 6 g packet - Approximately 30 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 720 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 2,880 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 14,400 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Vigna unguiculata subsp sesquipedalis |
| Purple Mart Tsu In Bean Color: | Deep dark purple pods with green foliage and stems. |
| Purple Mart Tsu In Bean Flavor: | Mild |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 75-80 Days |
| Days to Germination: | 7-14 Days |
| Seeding Depth: | 1 inches |
| Row Spacing: | 12-24 inches |
| Plant Height: | 4+” |
| Growth Habit: | Vining; Up to 12ft high. |
| Soil Preference: | Not picky about soil fertility, but will yield more with fertilizer. This plant needs well-draining soil and performs best with a legume root inoculant. |
| Temperature Preference: | 65-95℉. Heat tolerant but not cold hardy. |
Other
| Plant Width: | 8-10 inches |
| Pests and Disease: | Yard Long Beans are typically pest free but can be attacked by red spider mites if grown under a covering. |