Yard Long Bean - Yu Long Noodle Kin
65-75 day maturity. Vigna unguiculata subsp sesquipedalis. Yu Long Noodle Kin Yard Long Bean Seeds. Non-GMO, warm-season annual heirloom. Yu Long is an extra long yard-long bean. The pods grow up to 30 inches long and are early maturing. The plants are vigorous and highly productive. They are most common in southern China and highly prized for their crisp, sweet, tender pods and generous yields. This vigorous plant has a high germination rate and is perfect for warm climates. Approx 200 seeds / oz.
Yard Long Bean Seeds - Yu Long Noodle Kin - Heirloom
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Other Common Names: Asparagus bean, banor, cai dou, chang dou, chang jiang dou, chang kong tau, cheung kong tau, Chinese long bean, dau dua, dau gok, dau que, diya mekaral, dow gauk, garter bean, hamtak, jiang dou, juroku sasage mame, kacang belut, kacang panjang, kacang panjang hijau, kacang perut ayam, lobia, otok, sasage, sitao, sitaw, snake bean, tau afuk yaou, tau fug yao, thua chin, and tseng dou.
How to Grow Yu Long Noodle Kin Bean
Pre-germinate the seeds on a moist paper towel for a head start. Yu Long Noodle Kin Bean seeds are direct sown in soil that is at least 60℉ where there is a minimal risk of frost. Grow in a warm, sunny spot. Sow indoors 2-3 weeks before outdoor planting for an earlier harvest. Be sure to harden off well if indoor sowing. See our free growing guide above for how to harden off spring starts. Plant in waves every 3-4 weeks for multiple harvests if you live in a warm climate. Keep soil moist in the early days. Train the vines to climb strings or supports as they grow. Yard Long Beans are low maintenance.
Harvesting Yu Long Noodle Kin Bean
Harvest when pods are smooth, tender, pencil-thin, and 25-30" long. Gently clip off the beans at the base of the stem. Blanch and freeze for extended use.
Culinary Tips
Pods, seeds, stems, and leaves are all edible! This type of bean is used in the popular Szechwan dish Dry Fried Beans. Try them in recipes in place of snap beans. Prepare the bean pods by cutting them into 2" sections.
Tips From Our Gardeners
“Try interplanting Yu Long with arugula and bitter melon vines for improved pest resistance, quicker development, and efficient garden bed use.”
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer |
Seeds Per Package
- 7 g packet - Approximately 49 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 800 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 3,200 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 16,000 Seeds
Basic Info
| Latin Name: | Vigna unguiculata subsp sesquipedalis |
| Yu Long Noodle Kin Bean Color: | Vibrant green pods and foliage. |
| Yu Long Noodle Kin Bean Flavor: | Mild |
Growing Info
| Days to Maturity: | 65-75 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 organic matter increases yields. Well-draining soil. Consider a legume root inoculant. |
| Temperature Preference: | 65-90℉ |
Other
| Plant Width: | 8-10 inches |
| Pests and Disease: | Yard Long Beans are typically pest free but can be targeted by red spider mites if grown under a covering. |