Yardlong, Pole Bean (Vigna unguiculata)
Yardlong beans are a subspecies of the cowpea, an annual legume that is an important crop in many warm regions of the world. Yardlong beans are related to black-eyed peas, and they go many names, including Chinese long beans, asparagus beans, pea beans, and snake beans. Yardlong beans live up to their name, they are usually eaten before they reach their mature size. They are especially popular in Chinese and other Asian cuisines, with a taste that is less astringent than string beans.
Botanical Name: Vigna Unguiculata
Common Name: Yardlong, Pole Bean
Size at Maturity: 96″-144″
Days to Maturity: 80-90 Days
Light Requirement: Full Sun
Planting Time: Spring, after the last frost
Sowing Method: Direct Sow
Planting Depth: 1-1½″
Plant Spacing: 3″
Ships: Year-round
Average Seeds Per Ounce: Approx. 80