When to Plant Chickpeas in Zone 9
In USDA zone 9a, plant outdoors March 1 to June 9, and expect your first harvest around June 9. (9a shown here — see 9a and 9b dates separately below.)
Chickpeas planting calendar for USDA Zone 9a
Average last spring frost
March 1
Average first fall frost
December 1
Direct sow
Mar 1
Projected first harvest
Jun 9
Chickpeas is ready to harvest in about 100 days, needing roughly 275 frost-free days in zone 9a.
Chickpeas planting calendar for USDA Zone 9b
Average last spring frost
February 15
Average first fall frost
December 15
Direct sow
Feb 15
Projected first harvest
May 26
Chickpeas is ready to harvest in about 100 days, needing roughly 303 frost-free days in zone 9b.
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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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