When to Plant Chickpeas in Zone 7
In USDA zone 7a, plant outdoors April 15 to July 24, and expect your first harvest around July 24. (7a shown here — see 7a and 7b dates separately below.)
Chickpeas planting calendar for USDA Zone 7a
Average last spring frost
April 15
Average first fall frost
October 20
Direct sow
Apr 15
Projected first harvest
Jul 24
Chickpeas is ready to harvest in about 100 days, needing roughly 188 frost-free days in zone 7a.
Chickpeas planting calendar for USDA Zone 7b
Average last spring frost
April 10
Average first fall frost
October 30
Direct sow
Apr 10
Projected first harvest
Jul 19
Chickpeas is ready to harvest in about 100 days, needing roughly 203 frost-free days in zone 7b.
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Varieties to grow
1 variety of chickpeas in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with chickpeas
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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