Chickpea
Vegetables
Intermediate
Annual

Chickpea

Cicer arietinum

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About Plant: Chickpea

A drought-tolerant pulse crop producing one or two garbanzo beans in each small inflated pod, preferring a long dry finish.

Growing Profile

SunlightFull Sun
WaterModerate
SoilWell-drained loam (6.0–7.5)
Spacing4–8 inches
Height18–24 inches
Time to Harvest90-110
Planting Depth1–2 inches
Germination Time5–14 days

Expert Growing Tips

Avoid heavy nitrogen, give plants airflow and harvest either at the fresh eating stage or after pods dry fully for pulses.