Top Pick Pinkeye Seeds (50) (Farmer's Pick)
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Top Pick Pinkeye Seeds (50) (Farmer's Pick)
Top Pick Pinkeye cowpeas, also known as Vigna unguiculata, are a variety of cowpea that belongs to the legume family, Fabaceae. This plant is highly valued for its edible seeds and pods; it is a popular choice among gardeners and farmers due to its disease resistance and high productivity. The cowpeas are typically grown in warm climates and are well suited for regions with hot and dry conditions.
This particular variety, Top Pick Pinkeye, is known for its vigorous growth and high yield; it produces pods that are about 6-8 inches long, containing seeds with a distinctive pink eye. These cowpeas are often used in Southern cuisine, especially in dishes like Hoppin' John; they are also an excellent source of protein and vitamins, contributing to a nutritious diet. The pods can be harvested when they are young and tender or left to mature fully for dried beans.
To cultivate Top Pick Pinkeye cowpeas successfully, plant them in well-drained soil with good fertility; they thrive in full sun and require minimal irrigation once established. Sow the seeds directly into the garden after the last frost date, spacing them about 2-3 inches apart and in rows 18-24 inches apart. Regular weeding and occasional fertilization can enhance growth; the plants are relatively low-maintenance and can improve soil health by fixing nitrogen. Harvesting typically begins about 60-70 days after planting, making this variety a reliable and efficient choice for both small gardens and larger agricultural plots.
- QTY: 50
- Seed Planting Depth: 1 to 1.5"
- Germination Temperature: 70-85
- Days to Germination: 5-8
- Row Spacing: 5"
- Plant Spacing: 6"
- 100' Row Yield: 20 lb
- Sun: Full
- Harvest time: 60 days
How to Save Seeds
Cross pollination as with other self pollinates is uncommon among cowpeas. However you can space them 50ft apart. Much like English peas or beans collect pods when they are brown and dried out. You also might want to take pods off plants and allow them to cure, by spreading them out indoors or outdoors as long as there is no rain, before shelling to get peas.
