Soybean Edamame Green Shell [glycine max]

The soybean is a well-known annual Asian legume and has been cultivated for at least 3000 years. The Green Shell comes from Japan. In principle, it needs a lot of warmth, but it is also adapted to the northern climate. It is grown just like other legumes.
Soy is extremely high in protein and can be used for an incredible number of different purposes. As an oilseed, it is one of the most important plants in the world.
In Central Europe, too, soybean kernels ripen without any problems and can be used fresh or dried. Soybeans harvested young, which can be prepared like peas and are called "edamame", are particularly tasty.

General information
Plant family: Fabaceae
Lifecycle: Annual
Culture duration: 150 days
Plant hight approx: 90-150 cm
Root type: Deep rooter
Nutrient requirements: Low
Water requirements: High
Winter hardiness: until -3°C
Location: Semi shady until sunny
Soil: Permeable and humus rich

Information on sowing and planting
Germ type: Dark germinator
Sowing depth: 1-3 cm
Best germination temperature: 12-18°C
Germination time: 10-20 days
Plant-, row distance: 15x40 cm

Optimal mix culture:
Unfavorable mix culture: Peas 

Planting information
Soybeans can be sown outdoors when the soil temperature is above 10°C, which is usually reached between February and March. Since soya needs a lot of time to ripen, it should always be sown before June. A preculture in the warm is also possible.
The ideal location for soybean cultivation is sunny, on soil that warms up quickly, is permeable and has good water retention. The pH should be between 6.5 and 7.
Up to 80 percent of the nitrogen requirement of soybeans is covered by the nodule bacteria. They bind atmospheric nitrogen and make it available to the plant. The soybean covers the remaining nitrogen requirement through the natural mineralization in the soil. Thus, fertilization is not necessary for a mineral-rich soil.
The seeds should not be sown deeper than 3 cm.
Soya can be sown in rows or in clusters.
In group planting, five to six seeds are planted together in a planting hole. The distance between the holes is approx. 40 cm and row spacing approx. 100 cm.
Soybeans feel most comfortable at temperatures between 20 and 25°C and in a wind-protected location. Since the soil is supplied with nitrogen via the roots, they should only be cut off after harvest and left in the soil.

The germination capacity of dried soybean seeds decreases rapidly.

Other names
Latin botanical names: glycine max
English names: soy, soya
German names: Soja
Portuguese names: soja
Spanish names:
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Ingredients

Potent germination capacity: 1-2 years