Pink Dolichos

🌸 Pink Dolichos, also known as Sarpan Dolichos Safari (Pink Flower), is a bushy, determinate variety of Lablab purpureus (hyacinth bean) developed for high yield and ornamental appeal. It’s especially popular in India for its vibrant pink blooms and tender green pods.

🌿 Key Features

• Plant type: Dwarf, bushy, determinate growth—no trellis needed
• Height: ~2.5–3 feet
• Flowers: Beautiful pink blossoms that add charm to gardens
• Pods: Dark green, shiny, round, medium-long; tender and fiberless
• Seeds: Black in color
• First harvest: 48–50 days after sowing
• Yield potential: Very good—up to 5–6 tonnes per hectare2

🌱 Cultivation Tips

• Sowing seasons:
  • Kharif: July–August
  • Rabi: September–November
• Soil: Well-drained loam with good organic content
• Spacing: ~45–60 cm between rows; 30 cm between plants
• Watering: Regular but avoid waterlogging
• Fertilizer: Balanced NPK + organic compost

🍽️ Culinary Uses

• Tender pods are used in:
  • Stir-fries and sambars
  • Curries with coconut and spices
  • Mixed vegetable dishes

🌟 Why Grow Pink Dolichos?

• Dual-purpose: ornamental and edible
• Fast-growing and easy to manage
• Ideal for small gardens and farms
• Adds color and productivity to your vegetable patch