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Purple Winged Bean Seeds – Exotic, Nutrient-Rich Climbing Bean for Tropical Gardens

Purple Winged Bean Seeds – Exotic, Nutrient-Rich Climbing Bean for Tropical Gardens

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How to Sow and Plant

Soak seeds for 12–24 hours to improve germination.
Sow directly in warm, well-draining soil after last frost / when soil warms — or start in nursery trays and transplant seedlings.
Planting depth: about 2–3 cm (~1 in).
Provide support (trellis / fence / poles) before vines begin climbing.

How to Grow

Use full sun (6–8 h per day) for healthy growth.
Plant in well-draining soil enriched with compost or organic matter — winged bean tolerates moderate soils but thrives in fertile soil.
Maintain consistent moisture — water regularly, especially during flowering and pod formation; avoid waterlogging.
Harvest young pods regularly to encourage continuous production; do not allow pods to over-mature (become fibrous).

Tips

Soak seeds before sowing to speed up germination and improve success.
Ensure strong trellis / support — vines climb vigorously and yield much more if supported.
Harvest pods when young — tender pods give best taste and texture; for seeds or tubers, allow fruit to mature properly.
Leaves and flowers can be harvested too — adds leafy greens and edible blossoms for variety.
Plant before warm season — needs warm climate, not frost-tolerant.

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Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

pods

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Climbing

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Warm

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Young pods

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Purple Winged Bean Seeds – Exotic, Nutrient-Rich Climbing Bean for Tropical Gardens
seed-type

Seed Type

Open-pollinated

plant-type

Plant Type

vegetable

Purple Winged Bean is a unique and nutritious legume from tropical regions, valued for its multi-purpose edibility: every part of the plant — pods, leaves, flowers, seeds, tubers — can be consumed. It thrives in warm, humid climates and grows vigorously if provided with support. High in protein and other nutrients, it’s a great addition to home gardens, especially for those interested in diverse eating, sustainable gardening (nitrogen-fixing), and tropical vegetables. Because of its climbing nature and high yield, it’s ideal for small gardens, balconies, or fences.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

Long pods

plant-height

Plant Height

200–300 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

9–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

30–45 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

2–3 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm weather

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000114249