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Can You Grow Edamame (Soybean) in Prince Edward Island?

Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 4, 5

Grows well here

Edamame grows well in your zone — direct sow and enjoy fresh pods all summer.

Plant zones

5a–10b

Prince Edward Island last frost

mid-April

Prince Edward Island first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

70–95 days

When to plant Edamame (Soybean)s in Prince Edward Island

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 24 – Jul 19

Dates are approximate, based on Prince Edward Island's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Edamame (Soybean)

Edamame is fresh soybean harvested in the green immature stage — the source of those restaurant appetizer pods. Protein-rich and easy to grow with a satisfying harvest. Also used in Indian cooking as a nutritious vegetable.

Direct sow after soil warms to 60°F — edamame does not transplant well. Sow 2 inches deep, 4 inches apart. Inoculate seeds with soybean inoculant for best yields. Harvest when pods are plump and bright green but before they turn yellow. Blanch and freeze excess.

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Gardening in Prince Edward Island

PEI has a maritime climate with mild summers and cold winters. Most of the island is Zone 5a-5b. Famous for its potatoes — the red soil and maritime moisture create ideal conditions.