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Fava beans have the advantage of being more tolerant of cold than most other beans and thus can be grown in unheated conditions in many climates ; however , the plants are large and tall at maturity and more suited to roomier hydroponic systems . Soybeans grown for edamame ( in which young , immature beans are eaten fresh , often lightly steamed ) produce well under hydroponic conditions and are perfect to eat immediately after picking . There are many varieties of soybean , so be sure to select a suitable breed if growing for edamame ; for example , Envy , which grows to two feet and requires temperatures of around 82˚F for optimum germination . For smaller systems , bush or dwarf snap beans , also known as French beans , are easily grown and take up little space . These are self-supporting and highly productive , and come in a range of pod types and colors from green to yellow , and even dark purple . Ranging in height from one to two feet , bush beans generally self-pollinate in indoor environments ; however , temperatures over 90˚F can restrict flowering and pollination .
Micro green pea shoots are grown hydroponically to be used as a salad green and garnish .
PEAS
Peas are an extremely versatile crop for hydroponic systems . Not only are there varieties with edible pods , but the flowers , shoots , and tendrils can all be grown as either gourmet fresh vegetables or as attractive garnishes and additions to salads . Fresh shell peas can be produced in hydroponic systems ; however , they take up considerable space for the yield of young peas produced . Instead , snow peas , snap peas , and pea shoots are typical speciality hydroponic crops . Snow peas , be it the yellow , purple , or traditional green varieties , are often a highly priced fresh produce item and thus are grown in hydroponic greenhouses year-round . These are easy to grow but must be harvested at the correct stage before the young seeds inside the pod begin to develop . For edible pea flowers , there are the common white flowered types , as well as red flowered varieties . Afila type pea varieties ,
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