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Glycine Species, Edamame, Edible Soy Bean, Soybean

Glycinemax

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Glycine max by Lily_love
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Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Glycine (gly-SEE-nee)
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Species
max (maks)
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Synonym
Soja max
Sun Exposure
Partial to Full Shade
Foliage
Deciduous
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing

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Hardiness

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Danger

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Bloom Color
Blue-Violet
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
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Category
Perennials
Vines and Climbers
Water Requirements

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Foliage Color

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Where to Grow

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Bloom Characteristics

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Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements

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Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
Scarify seed before sowing
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Vincent, Alabama

Cumberland, Maryland

Lucedale, Mississippi

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Central, AL (Zone 7b) | May 2015 | positive

For 3 plants, the yield is marginal. But the taste is wonderful. I'll plant more for season long harvest. I love this soybean, it's de...Read More

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