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I've received Mung bean seeds but I need advice
Rgardener1
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hi guys anyone know how to grow these I know they come from Asia? that's about it any help would be appreciated 
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I grow them to get bean shoots to use in Chinese cooking and salads
Like this http://www.gardenersworld.com/forum/fruit-andamp-veg/ive-received-mung-bean-seeds-but-i-need-advice/646204.html
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
yep Dove its my first time I like exotics but don't have a clue about these
The usual method of growing them is in a shallow container lined with damp kitchen towel. Keep the kitchen towel damp and they'll grow away to bean shoot size. A warm windowsill is the usual place to put them.
Thanks Dave I've got some more questions 1. When they are big enough can I harden them off and 2. Can they grow tall like the usual runner beans
To be honest Ryan, I don't know enough about them to help you. All I've done is use them in stir fries. I don't know what your'e thinking of using them for.
Tbh Dave I was thinking about growing them into big healthy plants
Have a look here Ryan:
http://www.gardenershq.com/Growing-Mung-Beans.php
Thanks Bob I think I will keep one growing and rest I'll try when they are young another exotic to add to my ever growing collection
And have a look here http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/recipes/1162682/stirfried-noodles-and-beansprouts
Gardening in Central Norfolk on improved gritty moraine over chalk ... free-draining.
I had no idea they'd grow to maturity in the UK. I tried growing chick peas but they never came to much.