Edamame Soybean 'Midori Géant' (Glycine max) – Offered by Le Potager Ornemental de Catherine
Edamame soybeans 'Midori Giant' are a vigorous and early variety , ideal for lovers of tasty and nutritious legumes . Producing large yellow beans enclosed in pods containing 2 to 3 beans each , it offers a creamy flavor with nutty notes that is absolutely delicious.
With its compact and productive habit (60 cm in height, 45 cm in spread) , it is perfect for small and large vegetable gardens , guaranteeing a generous harvest from 75 days for fresh edamame and 95 days for consumption as dried grains .
Characteristics of the variety
Type : Annual
Plant habit : Erect and bushy
Height : 60 cm
Spread : 45 cm
Maturity : 75 days (fresh edamame), 95 days (dried grain)
Grain color : Golden yellow
Number of grains per pod : 2 to 3
Flavor : Creamy, slightly sweet, with nutty notes
Use : Fresh edamame (boiled and salted) or dried grains
Appeal : High in protein, excellent source of fiber and amino acids
Quantity per sachet : ±40 seeds
Origin : Japan
Special feature : Easy to grow, excellent yield
Cultivation method
🌞 Exposure : Full sun
🌱 Sowing : Direct in open ground from mid-May to mid-June , when the soil is well warmed (minimum 15°C).
📏 Sowing depth : 2 cm
🌡 Germination temperature : 18-25°C
⏳ Germination time : 7 to 14 days
🌿 Spacing : 30 cm between plants
💦 Watering : Regular, especially during flowering and pod formation periods
🌾 Maintenance : Weed around the plants to limit competition from weeds
With ideal conditions, 'Midori Giant' edamame soybeans guarantee an abundant harvest of protein-rich grains , perfect for a healthy and delicious diet .
Use and special features
🌿 A tasty and nutrient-rich edamame
Ideal for a healthy aperitif , simply boiled and salted , or to enhance Asian dishes and salads .
🍃 An easy to grow legume
Requiring little maintenance , it naturally enriches the soil with nitrogen , which benefits neighboring crops.
🔥 A versatile culture
Harvest fresh pods for edamame or dry them for protein-rich, easy-to-store beans .
