{"product_id":"bean-seeds-wase-adzuki-kz","title":"Bean Seed Packet - Wase Adzuki","description":"\u003cp\u003e60-80 Days to maturity. \u003cem\u003eVigna angularis\u003c\/em\u003e. Wase Adzuki Bean Seeds. Non-GMO, annual, open-pollinated, heirloom, AAS winner, high-yielding, bush, shell, Asian, specialty, sprouting bean. Suitable for growing in containers, garden plots, raised beds, and greenhouses. This Adzuki bean is commonly cultivated in Kyoto, Japan, and is also known as Azuki or red bean. This heirloom variety is the smallest red bean we sell but is not small in flavor or nutrition. The beans are small, red, and rich in nutrients, including high protein levels, fiber, and essential minerals like iron and magnesium. The young green beans can be cooked similarly to green beans or snap beans, or sprouted like mung beans, providing additional versatility in the kitchen. ~440 seeds\/oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!--split--\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003c!--attr--\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003cem\u003eVigna angularis\u003c\/em\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness Zone:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 Annual Crop: Not Intended to Overwinter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-80\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Germination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5-10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 inch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect Sow:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, direct sow when soil temperatures are reliably above 60 F. Planting with an inoculant may increase yields, but is certainly not required for a successful grow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStart Indoors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Recommended. Beans grow best without any root disturbance. We recommend direct sowing instead of transplanting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean Pollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans are self-pollinating as they contain both the male and female parts within their flowers, unlike other fruit and vegetable plants. While they are self-pollinating, having a variety of pollinators and flowers around will improve yields by ensuring the greatest chances for pollinating events to occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSnap or Shell Bean:\u003c\/strong\u003eShell - Shell beans have a non-edible woody or fibrous husk that contains the edible beans within. For example, edamame has the beans inside, but you wouldn't want to eat the husk. Shell beans are also sometimes referred to as shelling beans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePole or Bush Bean:\u003c\/strong\u003eBush - Bush beans grow on low-growing, compact, upright, bushy plants that typically do not need a trellis, pole, or other support. Bush beans are usually favorable to container growing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean Sub-Type:\u003c\/strong\u003eAsian - Asian beans encompass a wide spectrum of bean varieties either originating from Asia or being especially popular in Asian cultures. Specialty - There are many subcategories of beans, and in the interest of simplifying what would be an overwhelming number of bean varieties, we group them as 'specialty'. These include but are not limited to yardlong beans, winged beans, hyacinth beans, sword beans, asparagus beans, adzuki, mung, garbanzo, and others. Sprouting - Sprouting beans are our own category of beans popular for growing sprouts. These typically include mung, adzuki, and garbanzo which are very popular as sprouting beans, and even include a small fava and soybeans that are grown as sprouts. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-6 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18-24 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-30 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Speed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid - Ready for harvest around 66-86 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistant:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Beans prefer well-draining, nutrient-rich, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-6.8. As light feeders and nitrogen-fixing legumes, beans do not require nitrogen-heavy fertilizers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warmer (70-85 F). \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 70-90 F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests and Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003eBeans are susceptible to beetles, aphids, spider mites, and cutworms. Look for signs of chewing, curling leaves, eggs on the undersides of leaves, and leaf discoloration. Keeping your bean plants clean from dust build-up and surrounded by a variety of plants to help deter and prevent pest damage. Beans are also susceptible to powdery mildew, bean blight, rust, and root rot. Maintain a regular watering schedule that avoids overly saturated soil. The roots need adequate time to air out between watering. This will also help prevent common fungal and bacterial diseases from developing. Good air circulation and applying water to the ground rather than the leaves will help maintain healthy bean plant growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWase Adzuki Bean Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green, Red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWase Adzuki Bean Flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nutty and sweet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarden Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Greenhouse, Garden Plot, Raised Bed, Container\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBean Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, savory, anko (red bean paste), mochi, dorayaki, soup, stew, salad, sprouting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClimate Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e N\/A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!--endattr--\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Wase Azuki Beans in the Vegetable Garden\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant Wase Adzuki beans directly in the garden after the danger of frost has passed and the soil temperature is consistently above 60 F. Sow the seeds about 1 inch deep. Since these beans do not transplant well, direct sowing is recommended. Before planting, enrich the soil with organic matter, like compost. While Wase Adzuki beans do not require heavy fertilization, a balanced fertilizer applied at planting can help establish strong plants. Space seeds 4-6 inches apart within rows to give them adequate room to grow. Aim for a spacing of about 18-24 inches apart for the rows themselves. This spacing allows for good air circulation and easy access for maintenance and harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers as they promote leaf growth at the expense of bean production. Wase Adzuki beans need consistent moisture, especially during flowering and pod formation. Water the plants deeply and regularly, aiming for about 1 inch of water per week. However, avoid waterlogging, as these beans prefer soil that drains well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beans require minimal maintenance beyond regular watering and occasional weeding. Mulching around the base of the plants can help retain soil moisture and reduce weed competition. If you live in a windy area, provide some light support to prevent the plants from falling over, though they generally do well without staking. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHarvesting Wase Adzuki Beans\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince Wase Adzuki beans are a shelling variety, you should wait until the pods have fully matured and begun to dry on the plant. The pods will turn brown and become brittle when ready. At this point, the beans inside will have developed their full flavor and nutrition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Wase Adzuki Bean Garden Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile traditionally used in sweet dishes like red bean ice cream, it can also be used in savory soups, stews, and salads. The young green beans can be cooked like green beans or snap beans, offering additional culinary flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdzuki beans are highly nutritious and packed with protein, fiber, and essential minerals like iron, magnesium, and potassium. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are also low in fat and calories, making them a healthy addition to any diet. The high fiber content aids in digestion, while the antioxidants in the beans have various health benefits, including promoting heart health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"custom-videos\" class=\"custom-video-row\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-video-container\"\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/AeSqa0w4VZo?si=xJmUHsZyq7ZDjapr\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"custom-video-container\"\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8SKatHrTSOM?si=er9i1e6MCQjRFSI3\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.trueleafmarket.com\/blogs\/articles\/examples-of-seed-variation-natural-vs-man-made-materials\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExamples Of Seed Variation - Natural Vs Man-Made Materials\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWase Adzuki Bean Seeds Per Package:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5 g - Wholesale - Approximately 78 Seeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNon-GMO Wase Adzuki Bean seeds are available for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/trueleafmarket.com\/pages\/shipping-information\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFast Free Shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e on qualifying orders.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Kitazawa Seed Company","offers":[{"title":"5g Packet","offer_id":50290361696493,"sku":"58118","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0709\/6048\/0493\/files\/TLCN-59911-Bean_Adzuki_-_Wase_83a5b8ba-d76e-41b1-9bd6-8819f33bd81c.webp?v=1784158923","url":"https:\/\/tlmwholesale.com\/products\/bean-seeds-wase-adzuki-kz","provider":"True Leaf Wholesale","version":"1.0","type":"link"}