Plant at the best time

In the spring, after danger of frost, when the air temperature is above 50 degrees.
When the soil is warm (63 degrees or higher).
In the south, plant before July 4th.
Before planting it is optimal to soil test. If soil pH is good (between 6-7) add some some phosphorus and potash.

Plant in the best place

In FULL SUN.
Plant seeds 3/4 - 1 inch deep and 3-6 inches apart.
Plant 1/4 inch below the soil moisture line, no deeper than 1 inch.
Make sure the soil is moist to support sprouting.
Tip: Plant a few each week during the spring and early summer months to extend your growing season.

If it doesn’t rain following planting, water about 1 inch weekly. You will need around 25 inches per season.
Plants emerge in about 4-14 days, depending on water and soil temperature.
For a bushier plant, thin the row to about 12-18 inches apart.
Weed as needed.
Stink bugs and pod feeders are common pests in the south. Scout weekly after late bloom.
You can manually remove the insects if you have a small garden.
You can also safely use diatomaceous earth to reduce pest pressure.

Depending on your planting zone, Escomame are ready to harvest in about 75-95 days.
Pick when pods are filled out and 2-3 inches long.
2021 Escomame average yield was 78 pods per plant, with a range up to 139 pods per plant.

Enjoy!