{"product_id":"10-39florida-velvet-bean39-seeds-non-irritating-velvet-bean-seeds-agroforestry-cover-crop-seeds-food-forest-permaculture-mucuna-pruriens","title":"10 \u0026#39;Florida Velvet Bean\u0026#39; Seeds, Non Irritating Velvet Bean Seeds, Agroforestry Cover Crop Seeds Food Forest Permaculture Mucuna pruriens","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"content-toggle-product-details-read-more\" class=\"wt-content-toggle__body wt-content-toggle__body--truncated wt-content-toggle__body--truncated-02\" aria-hidden=\"true\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n        \u003cp data-product-details-description-text-content=\"\" class=\"wt-text-body-01 wt-break-word\"\u003e\n            A vigorous, climbing, drought-tolerant, tropical-legume. Grown for a multiplicity of uses: sprawling cover crop, non-irritating edible beans, medicinal supplements, livestock fodder \u0026amp; soil improvement. Wide ranging traditional medicinal applications include use as a neuroprotector, an anti-inflammatory agent, a natural antidepressant, an ancient ayurvedic aphrodisiac, testosterone booster \u0026amp; as an antioxidant. Raw beans consist of 27% protein. Soak \u0026amp; boil whole bean pods \u0026amp; discard the inedible pods. Plant in early spring for a late Fall crop of this drought-tolerant, long-season legume. Disclaimer: MUST soak \u0026amp; boil beans before consuming.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSEED SPECIFICATIONS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✦ Florida Velvet Bean - Non Irritating Variety ✦\u003cbr\u003e✩ Mucuna pruriens\u003cbr\u003e✩ Zones 9 - 13 ❂ Full Sun\u003cbr\u003e✩ Weight\/Count: 10 Seeds\u003cbr\u003e✩ Soil: Poor, dry, nutrient depleted soil\u003cbr\u003e✩ Sow Depth: 1 Inch\u003cbr\u003e✩ Temp.: 65+ ℉   7 - 21 Days \u003cbr\u003e✩ Plant Spacing: 1.5 - 3 Feet\u003cbr\u003e✩ Green Pods: 90 - 120\u003cbr\u003e✩ Mature Seeds: 180  Days\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGROWING INSTRUCTIONS AND IMPORTANT INFORMATION:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Soak seeds for 12 hours in warm water before directly sowing in sandy soil or wall draining, pre-moistened potting mix*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Store seeds in a cool dark place and use them within one year of purchase to maintain viability and high germination rates.*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Thank you for supporting our seed shop! To ensure germination success and get the best start with your seeds follow the recommended germination process and use the suggested methods. Our high germination rates can only be achieved using the methods shared below. Seed The Stars can not take responsibility for germination issues using other methods and materials.*\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIMPORTANT PRE GERMINATION NOTES:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Some seeds require soaking or scarification prior to germination. Soaking overnight or up to 24 hours helps to jump start the germination process for seeds with a hard seed coat while scarification involves gently scratching the seed coat to allow water to penetrate and hydrate the embryo.\u003cbr\u003e*Certain beans and peas have the ability to form a symbiotic relationship with Rhizobium bacteria to form root nodules that “fix” atmospheric nitrogen making it a great addition for your soil ecosystem. Seeds can be treated with a soil inoculant that contains the Rhizobium bacteria prior to planting to ensure that the beneficial bacteria is present. These inoculants can be purchased online or at some garden stores.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWHEN TO GROW:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- To figure out the best time to start your seeds first locate the \"days to maturity\" located in the item description or photo with Seed specifications in our Shop.\u003cbr\u003e- Research your average first frost date(in the fall) and subtract the amount of days the seeds take to grow to maturity that you found listed on the packet.\u003cbr\u003eIf you still have adequate time before that first frost date and provide the ideal growing conditions you will likely have a chance at a successful harvest this season.\u003cbr\u003e- To get a head start on your garden you can start seeds indoors 6- 8 weeks before your last frost date if providing the correct temperature, light, and properly sized containers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSTEPS TO GERMINATION:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1. Check the seed packet and click “Read More” under the ETSY item listing for specific instructions and seed specifications.\u003cbr\u003e2. Jack Beans can be direct seeded in the garden once the risk of frost has passed. Plant the seeds as deep as the seed is wide and water in. \u003cbr\u003e3. Continue to keep soil moist during germination and provide ample room for the plants to sprawl. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFERTILIZER \u0026amp; AMMENDMENTS:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVelvet Beans can be chopped and dropped or used as a green manure in the garden. They can thrive on little input. \u003cbr\u003eIf interested in providing nutrition, we fertilize and maintain our plants using organic methods: fish fertilizer, worm castings, compost, Kelp, and OMRI list organic granular fertilizer made of poultry manure.\n        \u003c\/p\u003e\n        \n    \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Scofftradellc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46780151824556,"sku":"VQSDG4V","price":2.22,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0750\/0051\/2684\/files\/Output_344.jpg?v=1784279603","url":"https:\/\/scofftradellc.com\/products\/10-39florida-velvet-bean39-seeds-non-irritating-velvet-bean-seeds-agroforestry-cover-crop-seeds-food-forest-permaculture-mucuna-pruriens","provider":"Scofftradellc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}