Chickpeas
Chickpea - Peas grow well in autumn and spring. There are varieties for both pod and pea consumption and there exist climbing and creeping varieties. As with other legumes, peas will fix nitrogen in the soil, making it available for other plants. They are a great companion plants!
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Chickpea 'Principe'
Price €1.49Versatile, graceful plant, with pinnate foliage and beautiful white ribbed flowers. Distinctive nutty flavor and very good storage capacity. It can be sown outdoors or under protection to anticipate the harvest. They require little attention beyond the occasional weeding or hoeing and are quitedrought tolerant. The chick-pea is one of the more nutritious members of the bean family - rich in protein, calcium, iron and B vitamins.