Beluga lentils - organic-seeds

Beluga lentils

Beluga lentils are a nutrient‑dense legume rich in protein, fiber, vitamins, iron and minerals. Known as the “caviar of lentils,” they are small, round, black, and smooth with excellent culinary appeal. Beluga lentils are typically cooked before eating and contribute nitrogen to the soil as a rotational crop. Plants reach up to about 40 cm in height and are considered moderately challenging to grow, with relatively low yields.

Cultivation of Beluga Lentils

• Sow beluga lentil seeds in the open ground in groups of 5–6 seeds per hole, about 2 cm deep and with 40 cm between rows, from April to June in warm soil.

• Support recommended: Provide stakes or low trellis if needed.

• When seedlings reach about 10 cm tall, mound soil around the base.

• Summer flowering is followed by short, flat pods developing from August to September.

Care and Disease Resistance

• Beluga lentils are generally not susceptible to major diseases and tolerate drought well.

• They prefer full sun and poor, well‑drained soil.

• Water moderately; excessive moisture can be detrimental.

Harvesting Beluga Lentils

• Harvest when plants are dry and yellowed, typically from August to September.

• Dry plants in bundles on the ground.

• Thresh seeds from the pods as needed.

• Properly dried seeds are very long lasting.

Tips for Growing Beluga Lentils

• Ideal for gardeners seeking a high‑protein, sustainable legume crop with soil‑enriching benefits.

• Ensure good drainage and sunlight for best results.

• Timely harvest improves seed quality and storage life.