Hisar Sonali
Fenugreek(Trigonella foenum-graecum)
140 days to maturity
Flavor Profile
Typical warm, maple-like, slightly bitter fenugreek aroma; seeds used as a spice and the greens as a pungent leafy vegetable.
Visual Characteristics
Bushy, semi-erect plants bearing bold, attractive golden-yellow seeds (about 13-15 g per 1000 seeds); the name 'Sonali' (golden) refers to its bright seed colour.
Growing Tips
A cool-season rabi crop grown in Haryana, Rajasthan and other states; matures in roughly 140-150 days from sowing, so allow a long season for seed harvest.
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Moderately resistant to leaf spot and root rot.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.