Pink Eyed Purple Hull peas are a treasured Southern heirloom variety admired for their striking purple pods and tender peas marked with their distinctive pink eye. The vibrant colorful pods create a beautiful display in the garden while producing flavorful peas prized for their rich earthy taste and subtle sweetness.
These delicious peas are a favorite in many kitchens and are perfect for hearty soups, flavorful stews, side dishes, or simply boiled with a touch of seasoning. Their tender texture and comforting flavor have made them a beloved staple throughout the South for generations.
Growing Pink Eyed Purple Hull peas is easy and rewarding for gardeners of all experience levels. The seeds germinate quickly and develop into lush productive plants covered in beautiful purple pods. Thriving especially well in warm humid climates, these dependable plants provide generous harvests throughout the growing season.
Rich in Southern history and exceptional garden performance, Pink Eyed Purple Hull peas remain one of the finest heirloom cowpea varieties for gardeners seeking dependable harvests and authentic traditional flavor.
Pink Eyed Purple Hull Pea Seed Details
- Quantity: 25 Seeds
- Plant Type: Heirloom Cowpea
- Pod Color: Purple
- Pea Appearance: Cream Colored with Pink Eye
- Flavor: Sweet and Earthy
- Best Uses: Soups, Stews, Side Dishes, Fresh Eating
- Seed Planting Depth: 1-1.5 Inches
- Germination Temperature: 70-85°F
- Days to Germination: 5-8 Days
- Row Spacing: 5 Inches
- Plant Spacing: 6 Inches
- 100' Row Yield: 20 Pounds
- Sun Requirements: Full Sun
- Harvest Time: Approximately 49-60 Days
- Special Features: Southern Heirloom, Beautiful Purple Pods, Heavy Producer
How to Save Seeds
Cross-pollination among cowpeas is uncommon since they are primarily self-pollinating, though separating varieties by approximately 50 feet is recommended for maintaining seed purity.
Allow pods to fully mature on the plants until they become brown and completely dry before harvesting.
Some growers prefer removing pods from the plants and spreading them out indoors or outdoors in dry conditions to cure further before shelling.
Once fully cured, shell the peas from the pods and store seeds in a cool dry location for future planting.
