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Cluster Bean Seeds for Planting - Guar

Cluster Bean Seeds for Planting - Guar

$16.99 USD
$16.99 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds directly outdoors when soil is warm (soil temperature ~ 25–30 °C) — as a warm-season crop.
Sow seeds about ½ to 1 inch deep (≈ 1.2–2.5 cm) in well-draining sandy loam or loamy soil with good organic matter.
Space plants about 12–18 inches (30–45 cm) apart; rows spaced 24–36 inches (60–90 cm).

How to Grow

Provide full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily) for best growth and pod yield.
Use well-draining soil; avoid water-logging as roots are sensitive to excess moisture.
Water moderately and maintain consistent soil moisture during flowering and pod development; avoid over-watering, especially in heavy soils.
If planting in containers, ensure adequate pot size and soil depth; use good organic compost for nutrient supply.

Tips

Harvest pods when they are tender and green, before seeds inside mature and pods toughen — for best flavour and texture.
Since Cluster Beans are drought-resistant, they’re suitable for warm, semi-arid climates — ideal in Indian weather with hot summers.
For continuous harvest, consider succession sowing — sow new seeds every few weeks during warm season.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Annual

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

upright

growth-habit

Growth Habit

semi-upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Warm

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

mild

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Cluster Bean Seeds for Planting - Guar
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Pod & Legume

Cluster Beans (Guar / Kothavar) are a versatile, heat-tolerant legume popular in South Asian kitchens. From the provided seeds you can grow shrubs of about 2–4 ft height producing abundant tender green pods in roughly 60–70 days. These beans are drought-resistant, fix nitrogen in soil (helping soil fertility), and are easy to grow even in warm and semi-arid climates. Their pods are used in curries, stir-fries, dals or mixed vegetable dishes, making the crop a practical and nutritious choice for home gardens or container cultivation

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Warm

fruit-size

Fruit Size

4–6 inches

plant-height

Plant Height

60–120 cm

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Full Sun

water-needs

Water Needs

Regular Moisture

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

7–11

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

30–45 cm

planting-depth

Planting Depth

1–2.5 cm

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Warm

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTN
036000148114

Frequently Asked Questions

How does cluster bean improve a garden crop rotation?

As a legume, cluster bean forms root associations that can fix atmospheric nitrogen. This makes it a useful crop to include in a varied garden rotation.

Can cluster beans be harvested more than once?

Yes. Picking tender green pods regularly can support continued production, and the page suggests succession sowing during the warm season for a longer harvest period.

What makes cluster bean different from common green beans?

Cluster bean is a warm-season legume with a more upright, semi-upright growth habit. Its edible pods are narrower and typically harvested while young and green.

Can cluster beans handle short dry periods?

The listing describes cluster beans as drought-resistant and suitable for warm, semi-arid conditions, although regular moisture is recommended during flowering and pod development.

Are cluster beans suitable for a balcony container?

Yes. The product is listed as suitable for containers. Choose a container with enough soil depth and provide full sun and good drainage for the plant.

What happens if cluster bean pods stay on the plant too long?

The pods can become tougher as the seeds mature. For tender eating quality, harvest them while they are still green and young.