Edamame (Soybean) in Zone 4b
Glycine max
Method: Direct sow — Direct-sow outside — Edamame (Soybean) doesn't transplant well, or doesn't need the extra time indoors.
| Start indoors | Not typically started indoors |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | May 22–May 29 |
| Estimated harvest | ~85 days after direct-sowing |
Spacing: 4 per square foot (square-foot-gardening spacing).
Good companions
- Sweet Corn — Classic legume/grain pairing — soybean fixes nitrogen that heavy-feeding corn uses.
Where to buy edamame (soybean) seeds
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See it growing
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