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Asparagus Bean

Dolichos sesquipedalis, Fabaceae

Zones
9–12
Layer
Vine
Lifespan
Annual
Growth
Fast

Guild Roles

Nitrogen FixerGround CoverMulch Maker

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Moderate (established)High (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 7.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

GlycineNeonotonia wightii
Physical SupportNitrogen Fixation
Giant WildryeLeymus condensatus
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support
Hartland goat's rueGalega x hartlandii
Nitrogen FixationPhysical Support

Antagonistic Plants

Purple BushbeanMacroptilium purpureum

Both vigorous climbing legumes compete aggressively for support structures and light

Uses

Functions

Nitrogen FixationVertical GrowingBiomass ProductionSoil ImprovementSummer Cover

Edible Parts

PodsLeavesSeeds

Common Questions

What zones does Asparagus Bean grow in?

Asparagus Bean grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 12.

Is Asparagus Bean a nitrogen fixer?

Yes, Asparagus Bean is a nitrogen fixer and can help provide nitrogen to neighboring plants in a guild or polyculture.

What are good companion plants for Asparagus Bean?

Good companions for Asparagus Bean include Glycine, Giant Wildrye, Hartland goat's rue.

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