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Vigna, Asparagus Bean, Yardlong Bean 'Usha'

Vignaunguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis

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Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Vigna (VIG-nuh)
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Synonym
Vigna sinensis
Vigna sesquipedalis
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Spacing
6-9 in. (15-22 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
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Category
Annuals
Vegetables
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Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
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