{"product_id":"black-beans-kali-lobia-seeds","title":"Black Beans (Kali Lobia) Seeds (SUMMER)","description":"\u003cp data-section-id=\"1okl4kt\" data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"216\"\u003eApprox 100 seeds in the pack. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"566\"\u003eBlack Beans, locally known as \u003cstrong data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eKali Lobia\u003c\/strong\u003e, are a nutritious and versatile legume widely valued for their rich flavor and exceptional health benefits. Packed with protein, fiber, antioxidants, and essential minerals, these beans are an excellent addition to a healthy diet. They are commonly used in dals, curries, soups, salads, and rice dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"568\" data-end=\"866\"\u003eIn addition to their culinary value, black beans are an ideal choice for kitchen gardening. They are easy to grow, highly productive, and well-suited to Pakistan’s warm climate. 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thrive in Pakistan’s spring and early summer conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1332\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"4epunx\" data-start=\"1334\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003e Ideal Temperature\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fdtm8n\" data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1362\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003e20°C – 35°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for optimal growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"15x114k\" data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1436\"\u003eSensitive to frost and cold weather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1441\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bgf7b2\" data-start=\"1443\" data-end=\"1471\"\u003e Sunlight Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hmjpri\" data-start=\"1472\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003eRequires \u003cstrong 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Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7hf1ii\" data-start=\"1716\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003e50% Garden Soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"138lfh1\" data-start=\"1736\" data-end=\"1779\"\u003e30% Vermicompost or Well-Rotted Compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"sf7te2\" data-start=\"1780\" data-end=\"1802\"\u003e20% Cocopeat or Sand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1804\" data-end=\"1807\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17esj8w\" data-start=\"1809\" data-end=\"1829\"\u003e Sowing Method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1mls5kh\" data-start=\"1830\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eSow seeds directly into the soil; transplanting is not recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"f0bc9g\" data-start=\"1902\" data-end=\"1939\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1904\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003eSowing Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–3 cm (1 inch)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1oaujw9\" data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1977\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1942\" data-end=\"1960\"\u003ePlant Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–20 cm apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ruco1h\" data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1980\" data-end=\"1996\"\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45–60 cm apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2013\" data-end=\"2016\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dhlgsp\" data-start=\"2018\" data-end=\"2033\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1bsh80o\" data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2069\"\u003eWater immediately after sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ucn49\" data-start=\"2070\" data-end=\"2110\"\u003eKeep soil moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13aqok5\" data-start=\"2111\" data-end=\"2178\"\u003eIrrigate \u003cstrong data-start=\"2122\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003e2–3 times per week\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on weather conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2180\" data-end=\"2183\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1li78wc\" data-start=\"2185\" data-end=\"2203\"\u003e Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17x14oi\" data-start=\"2204\" data-end=\"2269\"\u003eSeeds germinate within \u003cstrong data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003e5–8 days\u003c\/strong\u003e under favorable conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2271\" data-end=\"2274\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"wdhobk\" data-start=\"2276\" data-end=\"2312\"\u003e Flowering and Pod Development\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14y91bf\" data-start=\"2313\" data-end=\"2352\"\u003eFlowering begins in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2349\"\u003e30–40 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fq80ix\" data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2392\"\u003ePods develop shortly after flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2394\" data-end=\"2397\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1e8de6n\" data-start=\"2399\" data-end=\"2416\"\u003e Harvesting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ulx4ag\" data-start=\"2417\" data-end=\"2457\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2419\" data-end=\"2434\"\u003eGreen Pods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready in 45–60 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1407awh\" data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2507\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2460\" data-end=\"2480\"\u003eDry Black Beans:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ready in \u003cstrong data-start=\"2490\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003e70–90 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ehx2aa\" data-start=\"2508\" data-end=\"2556\"\u003eHarvest when pods turn dry and slightly brown.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2561\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1chq33f\" data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2583\"\u003e Fertilization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2708\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"iejxbh\" data-start=\"2584\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003eMix compost into the soil before sowing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4pqsvb\" data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2708\"\u003eApply organic fertilizer or vermicompost every 15–20 days for optimal growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2710\" data-end=\"2713\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"dih8ia\" data-start=\"2715\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003e Pest and Disease Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"752mgf\" data-start=\"2747\" data-end=\"2790\"\u003eProtect plants from aphids and beetles.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1e3k0iq\" data-start=\"2791\" data-end=\"2862\"\u003eSpray \u003cstrong data-start=\"2799\" data-end=\"2811\"\u003eneem oil\u003c\/strong\u003e every 10–14 days as a preventive organic solution.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zvcy6o\" data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"2895\"\u003e Container Gardening\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"3005\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cxvoth\" data-start=\"2896\" data-end=\"2932\"\u003eSuitable for pots and grow bags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"vru0x0\" data-start=\"2933\" data-end=\"3005\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2965\"\u003eRecommended Grow Bag Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–15 inches deep with proper 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