Cluster Beans (Gwarphali) is a warm-season legume crop known for its soft pods used in sabzi and curries. It enriches the soil with nitrogen, making it beneficial for crop rotation. The pods are rich in fiber and highly digestive, making it ideal for healthy home cooking.
Product Details:
Product Name: Cluster Beans (Gwarphali)
Botanical Name: Cyamopsis tetragonoloba
Common Names: Gwar, Gwarphali, Cluster Beans
Plant Type: Annual Vegetable Plant
Plant Height: 2.5 ā 4 feet
Pod Color: Light green, slender and flat
Sunlight Requirement: Full Sun (6ā8 hours daily)
Germination Time: 6ā10 days
Harvest Time: 40ā50 days after sowing
Watering: Moderate, prefers well-drained soil
Spacing: 1.5ā2 feet between rows, 6ā8 inches between plants
š¾ Cluster Beans Growing Season in India:
Cluster Beans Best Sowing Time: Summer & Monsoon ā March to August
Cluster Beans Harvest Period: May to October
š± How to Grow from Seeds:
ā Sowing Instructions:
Soak seeds in water for 4ā6 hours before sowing
Sow directly in garden soil or grow bags at 1 inch depth
Maintain 6ā8 inches spacing between plants
ā Soil Requirement:
Light, well-drained loamy soil enriched with compost
Avoid waterlogging
ā Watering:
Water regularly during flowering and pod formation
Avoid overwatering in early stages
ā Sunlight:
Needs 6ā8 hours of full sun for good yield
ā Fertilization:
Mix organic compost at planting time
Add vermicompost or cow dung every 3ā4 weeks for better pod development
š¼ Plant Care Tips:
ā Provide light support for bushy growth
ā Harvest pods when they are young and tender
ā Regular harvesting promotes more flowering and fruiting
ā Great nitrogen fixer for improving soil fertility
ā FAQ:
Q1: Can cluster beans be grown in pots?
Yes, choose grow bags or pots at least 12 inches deep with good drainage.
Q2: How many harvests can I get from one sowing?
You can harvest multiple times over 30ā40 days if picked regularly.
Q3: Are cluster beans good for digestion?
Yes! They’re rich in dietary fiber and great for gut health.
š Special Features:
ā Popular Indian summer vegetable
ā Excellent for terrace/kitchen gardening
ā Improves soil quality with nitrogen fixation
ā High in fiber, low in calories ā great for healthy diets
š Note:
Images shown are for reference. Plant growth may vary by region, climate, and care.










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