Black Crowder Southern Pea
Vigna unguiculata
Black Crowder
Southern Pea (Cowpea)
70 days — 'Black Crowder' Southern peas exhibit a high, bushy-type of growth habit producing purple flowers and pods that set above the foliage. The plants are very productive yielding pods that reach about six inches long.
The peas themselves have a deep purple color when first shelled which then turn black when dried. The green pods are easy to pick as well as to shell. Originally introduced in 1907. Each ounce is approximately 150 seeds.
Special Groups: Market Growers
Planting Instructions:
Loosen the soil in a location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of full sunlight per day. Add compost or fertilizer before planting and not after.
Sow seeds directly outdoors as soon as soil temperatures reach 70F. Optimal germination occurs between 75 to 95F. Plant ½ to one inch deep, 1 to 2 seeds every two inches. Keep moist until germination. Thin to one plant every 3 to 6 inches in rows spaced 24 to 36 inches apart. Irrigation is normally not necessary as they are renowned for their ability to grow under harsh conditions. For improved germination of hard seed, soak in warm water for four hours just prior to sowing.
Sow seeds directly outdoors as soon as soil temperatures reach 70F. Optimal germination occurs between 75 to 95F. Plant ½ to one inch deep, 1 to 2 seeds every two inches. Keep moist until germination. Thin to one plant every 3 to 6 inches in rows spaced 24 to 36 inches apart. Irrigation is normally not necessary as they are renowned for their ability to grow under harsh conditions. For improved germination of hard seed, soak in warm water for four hours just prior to sowing.
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