Bush bean. 100 days to maturity. Open-pollinated.
Black chickpea is an heirloom variety that originated from Kabul, Afghanistan. It is a new favourite to grow here at Hemphill Seeds. The 2' high plants produce black beans that sprout in cool soil, which has been perfect for our shorter seasons. The beans can be picked while pods are still green for fresh eating or left on the plant until everything has browned and dried for dry chickpeas.
(Cicer arietinum)
Black Garbonzo/Black Chickpea
Direct sow the seeds once the soil has warmed up in the spring. Plant them 1½ to 2 inches deep, spaced 3 to 6 inches apart. Thin successful plants to 6 inches apart. Space rows 18 to 24 inches apart. Chickpeas should have evenly moist soil at all times.