Seed Depth: 1/4–1/2 inch

Seed Spacing: 2–4 inches

Row Spacing: 12–18 inches

Sunlight: Full sun

Days to Sprout: 7–10 days

Days to Maturity: 30–40 days (greens), 90–110 days (seeds)

Growth Habit: Upright, bushy annual

Sunlight: Prefers full sun, requiring at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

Soil Type: Thrives in well-drained, moderately fertile soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0. Adding compost improves fertility.

When to Plant: Sow seeds directly outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked, or in late summer for a fall harvest.

Direct Sowing: Plant seeds 1/4–1/2 inch deep, spacing them 2–4 inches apart. Thin seedlings to maintain proper spacing.

Indoor Sowing: Not typically recommended; fenugreek grows best when directly sown.

Succession Planting: Sow every 2–3 weeks for continuous harvests of fresh greens.

Watering: Water consistently but avoid overwatering; fenugreek prefers slightly dry conditions once established.

Fertilizing: Apply a light layer of compost at planting. Fenugreek fixes nitrogen in the soil, reducing the need for heavy fertilization.

Pruning: Harvest greens regularly to encourage new growth and prevent flowering if grown for leaves.

Pest and Disease Control: Generally pest-resistant, but watch for aphids and fungal diseases. Ensure proper spacing and airflow to reduce risks.

When to Harvest: For greens, harvest young leaves when plants are 4–6 inches tall, typically 30–40 days after planting. For seeds, allow plants to mature fully, around 90–110 days.

How to Harvest: Snip greens with scissors or a knife. For seeds, cut stems when pods are dry and brown, then thresh to collect seeds.

Seed Collection: Dry harvested pods thoroughly before extracting seeds.

Storing Seeds: Store seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.