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Top Pick Brown Crowder Cowpea

Quick Facts:

  • Popular heirloom variety
  • Heavy producer of tan, crowder peas
  • Long pods set high on the plant
  • Produces well even in drought
  • 75-85 days to harvest

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Top Pick Brown Crowder Cowpea

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Vigna unguiculata

Top Pick Brown Crowder is an open-pollinated variety of cowpea that produces large quantities of long pink pods each containing 14 to 16 brown peas.  Like all crowder peas, the seeds tend to run out of space as they fill out, leading the seeds to develop a squared-off shape.  Plants offer an amazing yield in a small amount of space and best of all, the pods are set on top of the plant which is a real relief on the gardener's back. 

Brown Crowder peas have a smooth texture and a satisfying, hearty flavor.  They are perfect for cooking up with ham, bacon or salt pork and your favorite vegetables.  Even northern gardeners will delight in the easy-to-grow nature, excellent yield and delightful flav... More

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Vigna unguiculata

Top Pick Brown Crowder is an open-pollinated variety of cowpea that produces large quantities of long pink pods each containing 14 to 16 brown peas.  Like all crowder peas, the seeds tend to run out of space as they fill out, leading the seeds to develop a squared-off shape.  Plants offer an amazing yield in a small amount of space and best of all, the pods are set on top of the plant which is a real relief on the gardener's back. 

Brown Crowder peas have a smooth texture and a satisfying, hearty flavor.  They are perfect for cooking up with ham, bacon or salt pork and your favorite vegetables.  Even northern gardeners will delight in the easy-to-grow nature, excellent yield and delightful flavor of this southern favorite.  If you've yet to discover the joy of growing cowpeas, this might be the year to give our brown crowder pea seeds a try! Harvests begin approximately 75 to 85 days after sowing.  Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.

Vigna unguiculata

Top Pick Brown Crowder is an open-pollinated variety of cowpea that produces large quantities of long pink pods each containing 14 to 16 brown peas.  Like all crowder peas, the seeds tend to run out of space as they fill out, leading the seeds to develop a squared-off shape.  Plants offer an amazing yield in a small amount of space and best of all, the pods are set on top of the plant which is a real relief on the gardener's back. 

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Vigna unguiculata

Top Pick Brown Crowder is an open-pollinated variety of cowpea that produces large quantities of long pink pods each containing 14 to 16 brown peas.  Like all crowder peas, the seeds tend to run out of space as they fill out, leading the seeds to develop a squared-off shape.  Plants offer an amazing yield in a small amount of space and best of all, the pods are set on top of the plant which is a real relief on the gardener's back. 

Brown Crowder peas have a smooth texture and a satisfying, hearty flavor.  They are perfect for cooking up with ham, bacon or salt pork and your favorite vegetables.  Even northern gardeners will delight in the easy-to-grow nature, excellent yield and delightful flavor of this southern favorite.  If you've yet to discover the joy of growing cowpeas, this might be the year to give our brown crowder pea seeds a try! Harvests begin approximately 75 to 85 days after sowing.  Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.

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How to Grow Cowpeas

Cowpeas are a warm-season crop that prefer well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5. They prefer full sun and require at least six hours of sunlight per day for optimal growth. The soil should be kept consistently moist, but not waterlogged, throughout the growing season. Cowpeas are relatively tolerant of drought conditions but may require supplemental watering during prolonged dry spells. Additionally, cowpeas are nitrogen-fixing plants and can benefit from the addition of nitrogen-fixing bacteria to the soil.

After danger of frost has passed, sow seeds 1" deep, 2" apart in rows 36" apart. Provide support for vining varieties. Many non-vining varieties will exhibit some degree of vining if given support.

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Insect Pests

Cowpeas are susceptible to various insects, including aphids, thrips, leafhoppers, and bean beetles, which can cause significant damage to the plants. Using insecticidal soap or neem oil can help control insect infestations, while using disease-resistant cultivars and rotating crops can reduce the risk of disease.

Diseases & Other Problems

Diseases such as root rot, bacterial blight, and powdery mildew can occasionally affect cowpeas, especially in warm and humid conditions. To prevent these issues, it is important to maintain good garden hygiene, avoid overcrowding, and provide adequate air circulation.

Cowpeas are typically ready to harvest 70 to 90 days after planting, depending on the variety and growing conditions. The pods should be firm and plump and should snap easily when bent. The ideal time to harvest cowpeas is when the pods are still green and tender, before they become too tough and fibrous. To harvest, simply pick the pods from the plant by hand or use scissors or pruning shears. Cowpeas can be eaten fresh or dried for later use. If harvesting for dry beans, wait until the pods have turned brown and dry on the vine before harvesting.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Cowpeas are typically self-pollinating and do not require isolation. However, to prevent rare cases of cross-pollination, plant different cowpea varieties 20 feet apart or stagger planting times. Use physical barriers to isolate plants for seed-saving purposes or in areas with high cross-pollination risk.

HARVESTING SEED:

To save seeds from cowpeas, allow the pods to dry on the vine until they are brown and crispy. Remove the pods from the plant and break them open to reveal the seeds. Separate the seeds from the pod debris and spread them out in a single layer on a tray or screen to dry completely. Once the seeds are dry, store them in an airtight container in a cool, dry place until you are ready to plant them the following season.

SEED LONGETIVITY:

Cowpea seeds can maintain viability for up to 3 to 5 years if stored properly in a cool, dry, and dark place.

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Customer Reviews

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M.G.
Crowder Peas Sprouted so FAST

First time purchasing these seeds. I planted them on Sunday, I was amazed on Friday that they had sprouted. So very fast.

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Sharon Chiaro
Brown crowder pea seeds

Planted two short rows of the peas in our garden in Arkansas. It appears that all the seeds have come up and are now about a foot tall. Just waiting for them to produce flowers and pods now.

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Larry Blackwell
Top Pick Crowder Peas

First time ordering from Thresh Seed. Order was processed and delivered within a few days. Seeds look good but haven't planted yet. will see how they come up and produce. will Write another Review at that time. Would order from this company again.

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Dorothy Davis
Crowder peas

Just begun planting. Will let you know

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Jack Rickles
Cow peas

I recieved my order quickly but the weather is not warm enough to plant them yet so I can’t give a review on the seeds yet

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