Cluster Beans Seeds – Desi Goru Chikkudu Variety | Gawar/Kothavarangai | High Germination for Home Gardening
Cluster Beans Seeds – Desi Goru Chikkudu Variety | Gawar/Kothavarangai | High Germination for Home Gardening
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Germination Time: 5-8 days
Sunlight Requirement: 6-8 hours per day, full sun
Ideal Climate for Sowing: Warm season crop; best sown in summer and monsoon
Plant Height: 2-3 feet (bushy, semi-erect growth)
Organic Fertilizer Requirement: 1-2 cups of decomposed cow dung or vermicompost per plant, every 2-3 weeks
Life Span: Annual
Ideal Growing Temperature: 25-35°C
First Harvest: 50-60 days after sowing
Maintenance Required: Low
Ideal Grow Bag Size: 10x10 grow bag, 12x12 grow bag
Specifications of Desi Cluster Beans (Goru Chikkudu) Seeds
This Desi Cluster Beans variety produces slender, ridged pods that grow in tight clusters along the stem, a household favorite used in curries and stir-fries across Indian cuisine. A hardy, drought-tolerant crop as a nitrogen-fixing legume, it also improves soil fertility, making it both a productive and soil-friendly addition to home gardens.
Benefits / Uses
Distinctive clustered pods, ideal for curries and stir-fries
Nitrogen-fixing legume — improves soil health for future crops
Hardy and drought-tolerant, well-suited to warm Indian summers
Continuous harvest over several weeks once plants mature
Compact, low-maintenance crop suitable for grow bags
Planting and Care for Cluster Beans
Sowing: Sow seeds 1 inch deep in well-drained, fertile soil, spacing plants adequately for proper growth.
Growing: Water regularly, especially during flowering and pod formation; the plant tolerates dry spells reasonably well once established. No staking required, as it grows in a compact, bushy form.
Harvesting: Harvest pods while young and tender, typically 50-60 days after sowing. Regular picking encourages continued pod production through the season.
Precautions While Growing Cluster Beans
Avoid overwatering, which can lead to root rot
Watch for aphids and pod borers; use organic pest control methods where needed
Harvest promptly once pods are tender, as overripe pods become fibrous and stringy
Rotate growing location each season to maintain healthy soil, despite the plant's nitrogen-fixing benefits
Other Names
Botanical Name: Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
Uses in Indian Languages:
Hindi: ग्वार (Gawar)
Telugu: గోరు చిక్కుడు (Goru Chikkudu)
Tamil: கொத்தவரங்காய் (Kothavarangai)
Kannada: ಗೋರಿಕಾಯಿ (Gorikayi)
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Are Vanashree seeds suitable for beginners?
Yes. Our seeds are beginner-friendly and ideal for balcony, terrace, and home gardening.
How do I sow these seeds?
Use loose, well-draining soil, sow at the depth recommended for the crop, water gently and keep the pot in suitable light. See the description for details on this product.
Are these seeds suitable for Indian climate conditions?
Our seeds are selected for home gardens across many Indian climates. Check the sowing season listed on this page for the best time to plant.
How should I store seeds before planting?
Store seeds in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and keep the packet sealed after opening.
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