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10% Off Cover Crops | Sept 8th - Sept 22nd | No Code Needed
Extra large bulk packet of Black Eyed Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) seeds. These useful legumes have deep roots that fix nitrogen to the soil and help the plants survive heat and drought. Excellent cover crop and food source for a variety of animals such as deer, cattle, rabbits and chickens. Seed packet contains 2 OZ (about 225 seeds).
Harvest plenty and enjoy the delicious flavor fresh, frozen, or canned. Beans make a delicious and refreshing garden snack. They are great sauteed with other vegetables, as an ingredient in casseroles, or eaten raw. Black Eyed peas are said to bring luck when eaten on New Year's Day. This super pack will provide you with enough seed to grow all season. You could also plant a large food plot for the community or to take to market. Large, premium seed packets give instructions on how to grow and when to plant outdoors.
Sow outside as soon as soil can be worked in spring or in late summer 10-12 weeks before first frost. Grows best in cooler weather under 85°. Cover seedlings during frost until plants are strong. Provide support for vines to climb.
Days to germination: 6-10
Planting depth: 1"
Plant Spacing: 24"
Soil Temperature: 55-65°F
Light Requirements: Full Sun