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Vignaunguiculata

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Vigna (VIG-nuh)
Species
unguiculata (un-gwee-kew-LAH-tuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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Gardener's Notes:

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positive
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neutral
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Heflin, LA | July 2012 | positive

Very good production, upright,non vining, peas are large and flavorful. Mature fresh peas are harvested at a color stage of light to medium purple.

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | November 2005 | neutral

A new pink eye

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Tiger Crane Fly
(Nephrotoma sp.)
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Tiger Crane Fly
(Nephrotoma sp.)
Blue Jay
(Cyanocitta cristata)