Chickpea Seeds - Vegetable Plant for Home Gardens

Chickpea is a cool-season legume with a compact, bushy growth habit and fine, feathery foliage. It is well adapted to temperate and semi-arid climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. This plant establishes readily from seed and is suitable for garden beds and open field planting. It prefers moderate temperatures and low to moderate moisture for steady growth throughout the growing season.

Features

• Compact, bushy legume plant
• Suitable for garden beds and field planting
• Performs well in full sun environments
• Adapted to temperate and semi-arid climates
• Drought tolerant once established

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Cicer arietinum
• Common Name (US): Chickpea (Garbanzo Bean)
• Seed Type / Variety: Standard Variety
• Growth Habit: Compact, bushy plant
• USDA Zones: 3-10
• Planting Season: Early spring
• Growing Season: Cool to warm season
• Sowing Season: January to March
• Germination Time and Conditions: 7-14 days at 15-20°C
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil; prefers light to medium soils
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate; avoid overwatering
• Mature Plant Size: 30-60 cm height, 20-40 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 10-20 cm between plants