Approx 100 seeds in the pack.

 
Mung Beans, commonly known as Moong or Mong Beans, are one of the most popular pulse crops grown in Pakistan. These plants produce slender pods containing small green beans that are widely used in cooking and sprouting.

Mung bean plants grow quickly and are easy to cultivate, making them an excellent choice for kitchen gardens, home gardens, and small farms. They thrive in warm climates and can produce harvest within a short period.

Moong beans are rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals, making them a healthy addition to everyday meals.

Plant Information

Common Name: Mung Beans / Moong
Botanical Name: Vigna radiata
Plant Type: Annual legume
Plant Height: 30–90 cm
Pod Length: 6–10 cm

Growing Season in Pakistan

Mung beans are a warm season crop.

Ideal Sowing Time

Spring Crop
March – April

Summer / Monsoon Crop
June – July

These plants grow best in warm temperatures between 25°C – 35°C.

Soil Requirements

Mung beans grow best in well-drained fertile soil.

Recommended soil mix for containers:

• 50% Garden Soil
• 30% Compost / Vermicompost
• 20% Sand or Cocopeat

Avoid waterlogged soil.

Seed Sowing

Seeds should be directly sown in the soil.

Sowing Depth

Sow seeds 2–3 cm deep.

Spacing

Plant spacing: 10–15 cm
Row spacing: 30–40 cm

Germination

Seeds usually germinate in 4–7 days under warm conditions.

Sunlight

Mung beans require full sunlight.

Minimum sunlight: 6–8 hours daily

Watering

Water moderately.

• Keep soil slightly moist during germination
• Avoid overwatering
• Once plants establish, they tolerate mild dry conditions

Water 2–3 times per week depending on weather.

Fertilizer

Mung beans are legumes and can fix nitrogen in soil, so they require minimal fertilization.

Before planting add:

• Compost
• Well-rotted manure

During growth you can apply:

• Compost tea
• Vermicompost every 15–20 days

Harvesting

Pods start maturing in 60–75 days.

Harvest when pods turn dark brown or black and dry.

After harvesting, pods are dried and seeds are separated.

Growing Tips

• Grow in full sunlight
• Avoid excessive watering
• Harvest pods when fully mature
• Rotate crops to maintain soil health

Ideal For

• Kitchen Gardening
• Home Gardening
• Organic Gardening
• Terrace Gardening
• Container Gardening
• Small Farm Cultivation