Organic Garbanzo Bean Seeds (Cicer arietinum) – Seeds for Nutty, Protein-Packed Chickpeas, Ideal for Hummus and Salads

Cicer arietinum

Minimum: 20+ seeds

Grow your own plant-based protein with Organic Garbanzo Bean Seeds, the seed behind the world’s favorite chickpeas! These hardy legumes are known for their rich, nutty flavor and dense nutritional profile, making them a staple in hummus, salads, curries, and more.

Whether you’re a home gardener, market grower, or permaculture enthusiast, garbanzo beans offer easy cultivation, nitrogen-fixing benefits, and protein-rich harvests. Drought-tolerant and perfect for warm-season gardens, they’re a must-have for the sustainable kitchen.

🌿 Why You’ll Love It:

• ✅ High in Plant Protein: Fuel your meals with one of the best plant-based proteins

• 🧄 Hummus Ready: A key ingredient in creamy, homemade hummus

• 🌾 Low Maintenance: Thrives in poor soils and needs minimal water

• 💪 Nutrient Dense: Packed with fiber, folate, iron, and manganese

• 🌍 Regenerative Crop: Fixes nitrogen and improves soil fertility

• 🌱 Non-GMO & Certified Organic: Pure seed you can trust

🍽 Culinary Uses:

• Classic hummus and tahini dips

• Roasted chickpea snacks

• Protein-rich grain bowls and salads

• Curries, stews, and Mediterranean dishes

• Ground into gram flour for gluten-free baking

📦 Planting Info:

• Botanical Name: Cicer arietinum

• Seed Depth: 1–1.5 inches

• Spacing: 3–6 inches apart

• Row Spacing: 18–24 inches

• Days to Maturity: 90–100 days

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil

• Zones: USDA 3–11 (spring planting)

• Water Needs: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established

💡 Growing Tips:

• Sow outdoors after last frost when soil is 60°F+

• Avoid overwatering—beans dislike soggy roots

• Harvest when pods are dry and tan for storage

• Young green chickpeas can be harvested early for fresh eating

• Use as part of a crop rotation to restore nitrogen in garden beds

🌱 Sustainable Farming Bonus:

As a nitrogen-fixing legume, garbanzo beans naturally enrich your soil, making them perfect for eco-conscious gardeners and regenerative farm systems.

📌 Pack Sizes Available:

• Small packet – Ideal for raised beds and container gardens

• Bulk – Great for community gardens, farms, and food forests

From garden to hummus bowl, you can’t beat the satisfaction of growing your own chickpeas.