Southern Pea Bush Pinkeye Purplehull is the world’s leading cowpea variety, prized for its reliability and productivity. (Special Note: We discovered that these are grown right up the street from us (20 miles). We were able to eliminate the middle man and a lot of transportation costs. These were harvested in September 2025. They don't get much fresher than this.) This bush to semi-vining plant grows to about 24 inches tall and sets abundant 6 to 7-inch purple pods early in the season. Its cream-colored seeds marked with distinctive purple or pink eyes are not only visually striking but also prized for their excellent flavor and nutritional value. The plant’s lavender blossoms enhance its appeal, attracting beneficial pollinators. Known for exceptional heat tolerance, these cowpeas thrive in warm climates and consistently deliver heavy yields, making them ideal for growers seeking resilience and performance. With 100 non-GMO seeds, this variety offers a dependable choice for sustainable and productive Southern pea cultivation. Great for stopping soil erosion and weed suppression. Cowpeas make an excellent Nitrogen source ahead of fall-planted crops and attract many beneficial insects. Cowpeas grow well on poor land and add lots of organic matter to the soil. Also, they make a good animal fodder crop.

Why Choose Southern Pea Bush Pinkeye Purplehull?

• Early & Heavy Yields: Harvest a concentrated set of 6-7 inch purple pods in just 65 days.
• Heat & Drought Tolerant: Southern Peas are known for their ability to thrive in hot, dry conditions.
• Soil Improvement: Cowpeas are excellent for nitrogen fixation, improving soil quality ahead of fall-planted crops.
• Beneficial to Gardens: Great for preventing soil erosion, suppressing weeds, and attracting beneficial insects.
• Sustainable Packaging: Non-GMO seeds in environmentally friendly, recyclable packaging.
• Resistant to BVR: Blackeye Cowpea Mosaic Virus

Planting Tips for Success

• Sunlight: Requires full sun for optimal growth and pod development.
• Soil: Grows well on poor land and in well-drained, fertile soil.
• Planting: Direct sow seeds into the soil after the last frost date when soil temperatures are consistently above 60°F.
• Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart to allow for proper growth.
• Watering: Water regularly but avoid over-watering; once established, Southern Peas are drought-tolerant.
• Harvesting: Ready to harvest in about 65 days; pick pods when they are fully developed, but still tender for fresh eating. For storing let dry on the vine.
• Nitrogen-fixer: After harvest chop up plant and work it back into the soil.

Why Choose David’s Garden Seeds®?

• Veteran-Owned: Supplying premium seeds since 2009.
• GO TEXAN Certified: Supporting local agriculture and communities.
• Open-Pollinated: Pollination occurs by insect, bird, wind, humans, or other natural mechanisms. 
• Freshly Packed: Prepared for the current growing season with high germination rates.
• Integrity Pledge: David has taken the Seed Integrity Pledge.

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