Edamame soybean seeds

Edamame is an annual legume cultivated for its immature green pods, which are rich in protein and have a mild, slightly sweet taste. Very popular in Asian cuisine, it is easy to grow in the vegetable garden and well-suited to Quebec summers.

2. Sowing

Difficulty level : Easy
Sowing type : Direct sowing outdoors after all risk of frost has passed (late May to early June in zones 5-6)
Sowing technique : Online or in pockets
Sowing depth : ~ 2 to 3 cm
Germination time : 5 to 10 days
Germination temperature : 15 to 25 C

3. Culture

Ease of cultivation : Easy
Growing season : Warm season
Transplantation : Not recommended (direct sowing)
Plant spacing : ~ 10 to 15 cm between plants
Distance between rows : ~ 45 to 60 cm
Hardiness zone : Non-hardy annual plant
Light : Full sun
Soil type : Loose, fertile and well-drained soil
Soil pH : Slightly acidic to neutral
Soil moisture : Keep the soil evenly moist
Soil fertility : Low-maintenance, improves soil fertility
Pre-harvest time : Approximately 75 to 90 days after sowing
Watering : Regular, especially during flowering and pod-filling periods
Other characteristics : Fixes nitrogen in the soil; harvest when the pods are fully swollen and still green

4. Usage

Delicious boiled and lightly salted, in salads, stir-fries, or as a side dish. Edamame soybeans are prized for their tender texture and high nutritional value.

5. Apprenticeship

Companion plants : Corn, cucumber, squash
Nefarious plants : Onion, garlic