Description
Black Garbanzo Bean Seeds grow Cicer arietinum, a specialty black Kabouli-type chickpea associated with black hummus and dry-bean harvests. The plants form compact foliage, pink-purple flowers, and fuzzy pods that mature into dark chickpeas when the crop is allowed to dry down.
Why Grow It
- Specialty black Kabouli chickpea for hummus-style and dry-bean garden harvests.
- Pink-purple flowers and fuzzy pods give the crop ornamental garden interest before maturity.
- Best grown as a cool-season annual in full sun with well-drained soil.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Cicer arietinum |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Cool-season annual legume |
| Mature height | 18-24 in. tall in most garden conditions |
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom or harvest window | Pink-purple flowers and pods develop after establishment; dry-bean harvest is typically late season after pods mature |
| Seed count | 25 seeds |
| Sowing advice | Direct sow in early spring when soil is workable and not waterlogged, or in mild climates during the cool season. Sow 1-2 in. deep, keep evenly moist until germination, then avoid overly wet soil. |
| Spacing | 4-6 in. apart in rows 18-24 in. apart |
| Germination | Usually 7-14 days in cool to moderately warm, well-drained soil |
Best For
- black hummus gardens
- specialty dry-bean harvests
- cool-season vegetable beds
- raised beds with good drainage
- small-space legume rows
Packet Details
Includes 25 seeds. Store seeds cool, dry, and dark until sowing. Use the growing table above as a planning reference for your local season.
FAQ
Are these seeds for planting or eating?
They are sold as garden seeds for planting. Do not use treated or planting seed as food. Harvested chickpeas from your own crop should be cooked properly before eating.
Is the plant different from regular garbanzo?
The plant habit is similar to other Cicer arietinum chickpeas, while the harvested dry beans are dark black rather than tan.
Can I grow black garbanzo beans in raised beds?
Yes. Raised beds with loose, well-drained soil are a good fit, especially where spring soil stays wet.
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