Vigna, Asparagus Bean, Cow Pea, Cowpea, Southern Pea, Yard Long Bean 'Purple Hulled Crowder'

Vignaunguiculata

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Vigna (VIG-nuh)
Species
unguiculata (un-gwee-kew-LAH-tuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
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
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Benton, Kentucky

Jonesville, South Carolina

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Gardener's Notes:

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positives
0
neutral
0
negative
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Jonesville, SC (Zone 7b) | January 2009 | positive

They taste good, can take the summer heat, and produce well. Seeds are easy to find here but I sometimes save my own. I always grow the...Read More

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Benton, KY (Zone 7a) | July 2008 | positive

These peas grow well in hot, humid conditions. They grow in my garden with no support, but the runners will fill the rows, making for one...Read More

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