Soybean - Shinonome - 7 g Packet ~43 Seeds - Non-GMO, Heirloom - Asian Garden Vegetable

Soybean - Shinonome. Heirloom, Glycine max. 80 days to maturity. Warm season annual. This is an early maturing non-GMO soybean. It has a clear hilum (the point of attachment of the seed to the pod). It is ideal for making tofu, soymilk, miso, soy sauce and other soybean products. The bushy plants need warm day and cool night temperatures for good results. Prepare fertile, well-drained soil. Sow seeds in late spring/early summer after last frost in a warm, sunny location. Seeds will rot or fail to germinate if overwatered or soaked. Keep soil moist but not soaked during the germinating period. Fertilize as needed. Warm day temperatures (75-85°F) and cool night temperatures are important for best results. Harvest when the leaves have changed from bright green to a slight yellowish-green color. No staking required. Use to make processed soybean products such as tofu, soymilk, miso, soy sauce. Approx 175 seeds / oz.