Vigna, Asparagus Bean, Yardlong Bean 'Canton White'

Vignaunguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Vigna (VIG-nuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
8-10 ft. (2.4-3 m)
Spacing
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Pale Pink
Pink
Medium Purple
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | January 2006 | neutral

This variety produces yardlong bean with light green pod. The plant grows vigorously in warm climates and is very popular in Southern Chi...Read More

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