Bean Black Garbanzo (Bush) – MIg بذور الحمص

Description

Black Garbanzo, also known as black chickpea, is an ancient, nutritious legume valued for its earthy flavor and high protein content. As a compact bush variety, it’s easy to grow and perfect for containers, raised beds, or small garden plots. Whether harvested young for fresh use or matured for dried storage, it brings versatility and dietary breadth to home gardens, especially in UAE’s cooler seasons.

When to Plant in the UAE (Field Planting)

According to UAE seasonal planting patterns and cool-weather planting norms:

• Early October— optimal for a fall-winter crop, as the soil remains warm and summer heat wanes.

These periods align with moderate temperatures that support chickpea germination and development. Chickpeas thrive in daytime ranges around 21–28 °C (70–82 °F), which are common during these UAE seasons.

Tips for Planting

• Choose a sunny, well-draining site, and enrich it with compost pre-planting.

• Sow seeds directly, about 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) deep, spaced 5–10 cm apart

• Provide 45–60 cm between rows for healthy air circulation.

• Maintain even soil moisture during germination and flowering.

• Harvest green pods early, or allow full maturity for dried chickpeas—typically ready in 85–100 days

• Ideal for raised beds or container setups—no staking needed due to its bush growth form.