Vigna unguiculata
Vigna unguiculata
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Cowpea, Pinkeye Purple Hull Seeds produce a high-yielding, drought-tolerant variety that thrives in warm climates. Mature pods grow in bunches for easy picking. When ready for shelling, long pods are purple-green and peas are cream-colored with pink or purple eyes.
Ideal for any vegetable garden, these seeds are easy to grow and provide a bountiful crop, making them a favorite among gardeners. Enjoy a taste of the South with this resilient and productive variety.
Sku: 7524
Common Name: Cowpea
Botanical Name: Vigna unguiculata
Full Sun|Partial Shade
7 - 10 Days
85 Days
15 - 18"
Average (1 - 2 in / week)
Fill Weight (grams): 22.8 g
Approximate Seed Count: 155 - 170
Flavor: These cowpeas have a creamy texture with a subtle richness.
Preparation Ideas: Perfect for stews, soups, or as a side dish, the tender peas are rich in protein and essential nutrients.
Plant Type: Vegetable
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Tolerance: Drought
Growing Season(s): Spring|Summer|Fall
Harvest/Bloom Season(s): Summer|Fall
Package Dimensions: 3.25 x 4.5"
Sow directly in the garden in full sun after the soil warms. Plant 2 seeds every 3 inches. Thin to 1 plant every 3 inches when they have 4 leaves. Keep the soil moist to encourage growth.
Planting Depth: 0.25"
Seed Spacing: Sow cowpea seeds roughly 10" apart in rows.
Nutrient Care Instructions: Apply SUPERthrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.
For healthy vines, don't plant southern peas on the same ground year after year. For dried peas, let the pods mature and dry on the vines. Recommended for warm climate areas.
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