Peanut

Arachis hypogaea

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Approximately 130 days from planting to harvest

About Peanut

Unique legume that flowers above ground then pushes its pods underground to mature. Fixes nitrogen like beans. Grown as an annual; needs a warm, long season. Zones 7–11.

Growing Details

Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Sowing Method: Direct sow (shell the nuts first)
Spread: 30 cm
Row Spacing: 30 cm
Height: 50 cm
Days to Harvest: 130 days
Square Foot Gardening: 4 per sq. ft.

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