Looking forย red yard long bean seeds for sale? Red Noodle Yard Long Bean (Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis) produces long, slender crimson pods with excellent flavor and a tender snap. A heat-loving climber that thrives in summer, it delivers heavy yields on a sturdy trellisโperfect for fresh stir-fries, steaming, and pickling.
Why Choose Red Yard Long Bean?
- ๐ 16โ20" decorative crimson pods with tender texture and mild, nutty flavor
- โ๏ธ Heat and drought tolerantโbuilt for long, hot summers
- ๐ง Vigorous climberโideal for trellises, arbors, or teepees
- โฑ๏ธ Early and prolificโcontinuous harvest encourages more pods
- ๐ฝ๏ธ Versatile in the kitchenโgreat for quick sautรฉs, stir-fries, and pickles
- ๐ฆ Fresh, sealed seed packsโnon-GMO, open-pollinated
Whatโs in the Pack?
Sealed pack of Red Noodle Yard Long Bean seeds (choose 25, 50, or 100). Botanical name: Vigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis. Untreated, non-GMO, open-pollinated.
Planting Instructions
- Best Time to Plant: After last frost when soil is warm; ideal soil temperature 70โ85ยฐF (21โ29ยฐC).
- Soil: Well-draining loam, pH 6.0โ7.5; enrich with compost.
- Light: Full sun (6โ8+ hours daily).
- Depth: Sow 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep.
- Spacing: 4โ6 inches (10โ15 cm) between seeds; 24โ36 inches (60โ90 cm) between rows. Provide a 6โ7 ft (1.8โ2.1 m) trellis.
- Watering: Keep evenly moist; avoid waterlogging.
- Germination: 7โ14 days.
- Days to Maturity: ~60โ80 days from sowing; harvest pods at 12โ18" for best tenderness.
- Growing Zone: Warm-season annual grown across USDA Zones 3โ11 in summer; excels in Zones 8โ11.
FAQs
Is this the โRed Noodleโ type of yardlong bean?
Yes. This is a red-skinned yardlong bean commonly known as Red Noodle, prized for long, slender crimson pods and vigorous climbing habit.
How tall should the support be?
Plan for a 6โ7 ft (1.8โ2.1 m) trellis, teepee, or netting. Train vines early for straight, extra-long pods.
When should I harvest?
Pick at 12โ18" (30โ45 cm) while pods are slender and glossy. Frequent picking promotes continued production.
Can I grow it in containers?
Yes. Use a 10+ gallon (38 L) container with rich, well-draining mix and a sturdy trellis. Keep evenly moist and feed lightly.
Will it cross with common green beans?
Noโyardlong beans are cowpeas (Vigna), not common beans (Phaseolus). They are largely self-pollinating; separate different Vigna varieties for seed saving purity.
Where to buy Red Yard Long Bean seeds for sale?
At Seeds World, we offer fresh, non-GMO Red Yard Long Bean (Red Noodle) seeds in 25/50/100-seed packs with fast U.S. shipping. Order the quantity that fits your garden and trellis space.
