Soybean 'Misono Green'

Glycine max

How to grow Soybean 'Misono Green'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

The harvesting period for edamames is very short so check often for mature pods. Harvest when the pods are plump and the beans are almost touching each other in the pod. Once the pods turn yellow, the beans become starchy and lose their sweet, nutty flavor. In Japan, edamame soybeans are traditionally prepared by boiling the pods in salt water and the beans are then squeezed from the inedible pod directly into the mouth.

Misono Green likes a position of full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Misono Green is thought of as half hardy, so remember to protect this plant from frosts and low temperatures.

Growing Misono Green from seed

Edamame soybeans are best sown directly into the soil when temperatures reach 65°F. Sow seeds 4 inches apart and 1 inch deep in a moist soil. Days to emergence: 7-10.

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 3.9 inches (10.0 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.99 inches (2.54 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 18°C / 64°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Misono Green

Plants do not need to be staked or trellised. Refer to bush bean culture box for fertilization, disease, and insect information.

As Misono Green is half hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out (around 18°C / 64°F as a guideline) - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Misono Green