Iron & Clay
Cowpea · Southern Pea
Heirloom
Vigna unguiculata
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Fabaceae (Pea family) · Genus: Vigna
Characteristics
Color
Brown / Tan
Growth Habit
Semi-Bush / Semi-Vining
Intended Use
Canning
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Very Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Drought-Tolerant / Low Water
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Origin
United States
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Germination
5–10 days
at 58–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
75 days
Plant Height
2–2 1/2 ft
Fruit Size
6–8 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
Not Recommended / Direct Sow Only
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Direct Sow (Spring)
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
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Direct Sow (Fall)
12-14 Weeks Before First Frost
Planting Depth
1–1 1/2 in
Seed Spacing
2–4 in
Row Spacing
24–36 in
Thin To
4–6 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
75–85 °F
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Soil Temp
58–95 °F
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Air Temp
32 °F
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