Garbanzo Bean (Bush)
Garbanzo Bean (Bush)
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Garbanzo bush beans, commonly known as chickpeas, are a versatile, nutritious legume grown for their edible seeds. Bushy plants reach about 18 to 24 inches, are drought-tolerant and nitrogen-fixing, and the protein- and fiber-rich seeds are rich in iron and folate.
At a glance
- Type: heirloom bush bean (chickpea)
- Heirloom, non-GMO seed
- Plant height: 18 to 24 inches
- Pods hold one or two seeds
- Drought-tolerant and nitrogen-fixing
- Rich in protein, fiber, iron, and folate
- Packet price: $2.00
Best for
- Homemade hummus
- Soups and stews
- Roasting and salads
- Dry-bean storage
- Soil-building rotations
How to grow
Direct sow in well-drained, sandy loam soil with full sun. As a bush type, plants need little support. Let pods dry on the plant for dried chickpeas, then shell and store.
Flavor profile
Mild, nutty, and creamy, the classic chickpea taste.
About MIgardener
MIgardener offers heirloom, non-GMO seed varieties at honest prices for home gardeners.
- Packed and shipped by the maker, never a warehouse
- Mix any makers in one cart, one checkout, no account
- Perishables go out Monday to Wednesday in insulated packaging
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Product facts
- Made by
- MIgardener
- Maker based in
- St. Clair, Michigan
- Size
- Price per unit
- Great for
- Homemade hummus
- Soups and stews
- Roasting and salads
- Dry-bean storage
- Soil-building rotations