Pinkeye Purple Hull Cowpea Seeds$2.99
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How to grow
Days to maturity62–90 days
SunFull sun
Sow depth1 in
Spacing3–4 in
USDA zonesAnnual
1 Sow
Plant Pinkeye cowpea 1 inch deep in a spot that gets full sun.
2 Grow
Space plants 3–4 inches apart; they grow about 2 feet tall without staking.
3 Harvest
Pick fresh peas around 62 days or wait about 90 days for dry peas.
Fresh now, dry for later.
Why we grow it
Pinkeye Purple Hull cowpea plants stay about 2 feet tall and need no staking. They can offer a useful harvest even in drier conditions.
Cook fresh peas with greens, or save dry peas for soups and stews later. There is a good case for growing enough for both meals.
Good to know
A few practical answers before you plant.
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Do the plants need stakes?
No. The compact plants grow about 2 feet tall without staking.
Can I save peas for later meals?
Yes. Fresh peas mature in about 62 days, while dry peas mature in about 90 days.
