Adzuki Red, Heirloom Bean Seeds

Adzuki Red, Heirloom Bean Seeds — The Slightly Sweet, Hazelnut-Flavored Japanese Bean Packed With Protein

Adzuki beans (Vigna angularis) are a beloved staple of Japanese and East Asian cuisine — small, red, and packed with protein and amino acids, with a slightly sweet hazelnut taste that is easy to incorporate into a wide range of dishes. A great vegetarian protein source, Adzuki beans are grown very similarly to soybeans and thrive at ideal temperatures of 60–90°F. This unique little bean packs a real punch and adds a savory-sweet flavor to any dish.

Why Grow Adzuki Red?

• Slightly sweet hazelnut flavor — distinctive and delicious
• Packed with protein and amino acids — an excellent vegetarian protein source
• Staple of Japanese and East Asian cuisine — versatile in sweet and savory dishes
• Easy to grow — similar to soybeans, thrives at 60–90°F
• Open-pollinated heirloom — save seed year after year
• Non-GMO seeds

Growing Notes

Direct sow outdoors after last frost when soil has warmed to at least 60°F. Sow seeds 1 inch deep, 2–4 inches apart, in rows 18–24 inches apart. Full sun. Water consistently. Allow pods to fully dry on the plant before harvesting for dry beans.

Packet size: ~25, 50, or 100 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated, Dry Bean (Vigna angularis)
Sun: Full sun
USDA Zones: 3–12