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Vigna, Asparagus Bean, Cow Pea, Cowpea, Southern Pea, Yard Long Bean 'Georgia Long'

Vignaunguiculata

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Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Vigna (VIG-nuh)
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Species
unguiculata (un-gwee-kew-LAH-tuh)
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
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Height
12-15 ft. (3.6-4.7 m)
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Bloom Color
Pale Yellow
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Annuals
Vegetables
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Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
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Tahlequah, OK | November 2002 | positive

Wonderful for snaps! Pods are about 25" long. Very easy to pick! Plants are drought tolerant. Very vigorous climbing vines. Seed is small...Read More

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