Cowpeas
Cowpeas are an annual, warm season legume, also commonly referred to as Southern pea, Blackeye Pea, or Crowder Pea. Cowpeas are the most productive heat adapted legume used agronomically in the U.S. They thrive in hot, moist zones where corn flourishes, but require more heat for optimum growth. Cowpea varieties have diverse growth habits. Some are short, upright bush types. Taller, vinyl types are more vigorous and better suited for use as cover crops. Cowpeas protect soil from erosion and smother weeds. Excellent drought resistance combined with good tolerance of heat, low fertility and a range of soils make Cowpeas viable throughout the temperate U.S. where summers are warm or hot but frequently dry. Cowpeas make an excellent N source ahead of fall-planted crops and attract many beneficial insects that prey on pests.
Lifespan: annual
Season: warm
Uses: grain crop, animal fodder, vegetable, erosion preventer, surpress weeds
Native or Introduced: Introduced
Annual Average Precipitation: 29 inches
Field Seeding Rate (lbs/acre): 80 to 100
Turf Seeding Rate (lbs/1000 s.f.): n/a
Price: Based on Variety
Varieties:
| Variety: | Price: |
|---|---|
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Iron and Clay |
$ 160.00 per cwt |
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Red Ripper |
$ 160.00 per cwt |
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Victors |
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