Chinese Long beans Seeds

Approximately 20 seeds per packet

Viable for up to a year after purchase, 80% germination rate

### Growing Guide for Chinese Long Beans

1. **Seed Preparation:**
   - Soak Chinese long bean seeds in warm water for 6-8 hours before planting. This helps soften the seed coat and promotes better germination.

2. **Sowing Seeds:**
   - Use seed-starting trays or small pots filled with well-draining soil.
   - Plant seeds about 1 inch deep. If sowing directly in the garden, space seeds 3-4 inches apart.

3. **Watering:**
   - Water gently after planting, ensuring the soil remains consistently moist but not waterlogged.

4. **Location:**
   - Place trays or pots in a warm, sunny location with temperatures between 70-85°F (21-29°C).

5. **Germination:**
   - Chinese long bean seeds typically germinate within 1-2 weeks. Maintain moist soil during this period.

6. **Thinning Seedlings:**
   - Thin seedlings to one strong plant per cell or pot by snipping weaker ones at the soil level. This promotes healthy growth for the remaining seedling.

7. **Hardening Off:**
   - Gradually expose seedlings to outdoor conditions over a week before transplanting. Transplant them into the garden or larger pots.

8. **Transplanting:**
   - Space transplanted Chinese long beans 6-12 inches apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist.

9. **Support:**
   - Provide a trellis, stakes, or support structure for the vines to climb as they grow. This encourages vertical growth and maximizes space.

10. **Maintenance:**
    - Water consistently, especially during dry spells, and mulch around the plants to retain soil moisture and control weeds. Harvest pods regularly to encourage continuous production.