Snake Beans and Long Beans: Tropical Climbing Legumes in Australia

About Snake Beans and Long BeansVigna unguiculata subsp. sesquipedalis produces pods to 60–90cm. All varieties are essentially the same species and grown the same way. Varieties include: black-seeded types (more flavour, traditional Chinese variety); red-seeded (popular in Southeast Asia); and green-seeded (mildest flavour, most widely available).Growing RequirementsPlant after last frost in full sun with a strong support structure — trellis, fence, or tepee to at least 2m height. Sow direct…