Lablab (Lablab purpureus) Seed Saving - Ninja Gardening - Episode 79

The process for saving Lab Lab vine seeds is to pull the pods off the vine when they start to dry back. Leave them out to dry on a table until they are fully dry. Then, remove the viable seeds from the dried pods and keep them in a dry envelope until the spring. Label the envelope with the scientific name, cultivar if applicable, and the year the seeds were collected.

Yes, the saved Lab Lab vine seeds can be eaten. However, it is important to note that they need to be boiled for a longer time than regular beans. There are recipes available online for cooking Lab Lab vine seeds.

The Lab Lab vine seeds are dark purple, almost black, with a white stripe down them. They are attractive beans that add color to the yard.

The dried pods that do not have viable seeds can be added to the compost pile. They will break down and contribute to the composting process.

Lab Lab vine seeds can be kept for a certain period of time before their viability decreases. It is important to note that the germination rates of the seeds will go down over time. It is recommended to not keep the seeds for too long in order to maintain good viability.