Garbanzo, Black Sicilian
Product Description: (Cicer arietinum) This charcoal-colored garbanzo bean (or chickpea) is known as “ceci neri” to Sicilians, who traditionally cook it with pasta and vegetables in a tomato-based soup. While Black Sicilian can be used in any recipe that calls for garbanzo beans, it’s denser texture and bolder flavor set it apart from typical tan varieties — alongside an impressive offering of protein, fiber, iron, folate, and antioxidants.
The seeds we carry trace back to the Ortigia Market in Siracusa, Sicily, where Lane Selman of the Culinary Breeding Network first encountered them. Selman later introduced the variety to Adaptive Seeds, who have stewarded it ever since.
This variety germinates well in cooler soils, producing bushy plants with beautiful, frost-green foliage and plump seed pods (each containing about two seeds). Bush habit. 50 seeds per packet.
Growing Information: Direct sow in full sun after all danger of frost has passed. Sow 2.5 cm (1 inch) deep and 15 cm (6 inches) apart. Space rows 30cm (12 inches) apart. Wear gloves when handling the foliage, as it can be irritating to the skin. When mature, uproot the plants and allow them to dry thoroughly before harvesting the seeds.
How To Save Garbanzo Bean Seeds
While garbanzo beans are self-pollinating, they can still cross with other varieties if given the chance. Throughout the drying process, make sure that your plants are receiving adequate airflow to prevent excessive moisture and mold growth. Once dry, harvest the seed pods and crack them open. Sort out any damaged, misshapen, or rotting seeds. Continue the drying process if necessary then store them in a cool, dry place.
Product Description: (Cicer arietinum) This charcoal-colored garbanzo bean (or chickpea) is known as “ceci neri” to Sicilians, who traditionally cook it with pasta and vegetables in a tomato-based soup. While Black Sicilian can be used in any recipe that calls for garbanzo beans, it’s denser texture and bolder flavor set it apart from typical tan varieties — alongside an impressive offering of protein, fiber, iron, folate, and antioxidants.
The seeds we carry trace back to the Ortigia Market in Siracusa, Sicily, where Lane Selman of the Culinary Breeding Network first encountered them. Selman later introduced the variety to Adaptive Seeds, who have stewarded it ever since.
This variety germinates well in cooler soils, producing bushy plants with beautiful, frost-green foliage and plump seed pods (each containing about two seeds). Bush habit. 50 seeds per packet.
Growing Information: Direct sow in full sun after all danger of frost has passed. Sow 2.5 cm (1 inch) deep and 15 cm (6 inches) apart. Space rows 30cm (12 inches) apart. Wear gloves when handling the foliage, as it can be irritating to the skin. When mature, uproot the plants and allow them to dry thoroughly before harvesting the seeds.
How To Save Garbanzo Bean Seeds
While garbanzo beans are self-pollinating, they can still cross with other varieties if given the chance. Throughout the drying process, make sure that your plants are receiving adequate airflow to prevent excessive moisture and mold growth. Once dry, harvest the seed pods and crack them open. Sort out any damaged, misshapen, or rotting seeds. Continue the drying process if necessary then store them in a cool, dry place.
Product Description: (Cicer arietinum) This charcoal-colored garbanzo bean (or chickpea) is known as “ceci neri” to Sicilians, who traditionally cook it with pasta and vegetables in a tomato-based soup. While Black Sicilian can be used in any recipe that calls for garbanzo beans, it’s denser texture and bolder flavor set it apart from typical tan varieties — alongside an impressive offering of protein, fiber, iron, folate, and antioxidants.
The seeds we carry trace back to the Ortigia Market in Siracusa, Sicily, where Lane Selman of the Culinary Breeding Network first encountered them. Selman later introduced the variety to Adaptive Seeds, who have stewarded it ever since.
This variety germinates well in cooler soils, producing bushy plants with beautiful, frost-green foliage and plump seed pods (each containing about two seeds). Bush habit. 50 seeds per packet.
Growing Information: Direct sow in full sun after all danger of frost has passed. Sow 2.5 cm (1 inch) deep and 15 cm (6 inches) apart. Space rows 30cm (12 inches) apart. Wear gloves when handling the foliage, as it can be irritating to the skin. When mature, uproot the plants and allow them to dry thoroughly before harvesting the seeds.
How To Save Garbanzo Bean Seeds
While garbanzo beans are self-pollinating, they can still cross with other varieties if given the chance. Throughout the drying process, make sure that your plants are receiving adequate airflow to prevent excessive moisture and mold growth. Once dry, harvest the seed pods and crack them open. Sort out any damaged, misshapen, or rotting seeds. Continue the drying process if necessary then store them in a cool, dry place.
