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Vigna, Asparagus Bean, Yardlong Bean 'Dwarf Snake Bean'

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
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage

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Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness

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Danger
N/A
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Bloom Time

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Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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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
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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