{"product_id":"southern-pea-bush-texas-cream-8-100-non-gmo-heirloom-seeds","title":"Southern Pea Bush Texas Cream 8 -- 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(40, 150, 32);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSouthern Pea Bush Texas Cream 8\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a high-yielding, heat-tolerant legume recognized for its dark green foliage and uniquely curved, constricted pods measuring approximately 5 inches in length. This bush-type variety produces abundant white flowers that attract beneficial insects and support natural pest control. Its growth habit effectively suppresses weeds and contributes to soil health through nitrogen fixation, making it a valuable companion in crop rotation. Particularly suited for fall planting and animal fodder, Texas Cream 8 thrives in hot, challenging environments and offers both nutritional and ecological benefits that underline the enduring legacy of Southern Peas. Cowpeas grow well on poor land and add lots of organic matter to the soil — an excellent nitrogen source ahead of fall-planted crops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(12, 84, 8);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Rate: 93%. Test Date: 12\/25. CTS.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose Southern Pea Bush Texas Cream 8?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeirloom Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Passed down through generations for at least 75 years for reliable harvests and authentic flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNon-GMO Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plants whose DNA structure has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExceptional Heat Tolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thrives in hot Southern summers where other legumes struggle to produce.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen Fixer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naturally enriches soil with nitrogen — an excellent cover crop and green manure ahead of fall plantings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeed Suppression:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense bush habit shades out weeds and reduces maintenance throughout the season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollinator Friendly:\u003c\/strong\u003e White blossoms attract beneficial insects and support garden biodiversity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual Purpose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for fresh eating, drying, and animal fodder — a truly versatile Southern staple.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting Tips for Success\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow outdoors after the last frost when soil temps reach 65°F or higher. In Texas and the South, plant from April through July for summer and fall harvests.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun — at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-draining soil with a pH of 5.8–7.0. Southern peas fix their own nitrogen — avoid over-fertilizing with nitrogen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Depth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 1 inch deep.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space seeds 3–4 inches apart in rows 24–36 inches apart. Thin to 6 inches after germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water at planting and during dry spells. Established plants are drought tolerant — avoid overwatering once established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupport:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bush habit requires no staking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFertilizing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Inoculate seeds with cowpea rhizobium inoculant for best nitrogen fixation. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 65–75 days from direct sow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick pods when cream-colored and firm but before they dry on the vine. Shell immediately or refrigerate for up to a week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose David's Garden Seeds®?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVeteran-Owned:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplying premium seeds since 2009.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGO TEXAN Certified:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supporting local agriculture and communities.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIntegrity Pledge:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has taken the \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\"\u003e\u003ca style=\"color: rgb(7, 13, 115);\" href=\"https:\/\/www.safeseedpledge.org\/\" title=\"Seed Integrity Pledge\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeed Integrity Pledge\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreat Customer Service:\u003c\/strong\u003e David answers all customer service questions. Usually within a few minutes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVegetable Seed License:\u003c\/strong\u003e David's Garden Seeds has been granted a Vegetable Seed License for the State of Texas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCooking Methods\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSouthern Boiled Peas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Simmer shelled peas with smoked ham hock, onion, and seasoning for a classic Southern side dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHoppin' John:\u003c\/strong\u003e Combine with rice, onion, and bacon for the traditional New Year's Day dish of the American South.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCowpea Salad:\u003c\/strong\u003e Toss cooked and cooled peas with fresh vegetables, vinaigrette, and herbs for a hearty summer salad.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFried Peas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pan-fry cooked peas in butter or bacon drippings for a crispy, savory side.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried \u0026amp; Stored:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow pods to fully dry on the vine, shell, and store for winter soups and stews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eOrder Texas Cream 8 Southern Pea Seeds Today\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(233, 7, 7);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrder yours today and grow your own fresh Southern peas in your spring and fall gardens.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNutritional Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePer ½ cup cooked Southern peas\/cowpeas (approx. 83g):\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCalories:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Fat:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5g (1% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSodium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3mg (0% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Carbohydrates:\u003c\/strong\u003e 18g (7% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDietary Fiber:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6g (21% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTotal Sugars:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtein:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIron:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.2mg (12% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotassium:\u003c\/strong\u003e 356mg (8% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFolate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 105mcg (26% Daily Value)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportant Disclosures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety Disclaimer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed variety, packet size, and count are as described. 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