Michel's Cowpea Haven Seeds For planting: Your One-Stop Shop for Premium Cowpea Seeds and Gardening Supplies

Key Attributes:

Product Name:
Michel's Cowpea

Quantity:
Available in packs of 100, 500, or 1000 seeds

Mature Height:
Approximately 24-36 inches (60-90 cm)

Light Requirements:
Full sun

Soil Requirements:
Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0

Uses:
Edible pods and seeds, nitrogen-fixing cover crop, animal fodder

Product Details:

Germinate Rate:
High

Seeds Freshness:
New, ensuring optimal germination

Origin:
Sustainably sourced

Shelf Life:
Best planted within 1 year for maximum germination

Planting Instructions:

Seed Preparation:

Soak seeds in water for 8-12 hours before planting to enhance germination.

Sowing:

Plant seeds directly in the garden after the last frost date.

Sow seeds 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep and 3-4 inches (7.5-10 cm) apart.

Space rows 18-24 inches (45-60 cm) apart.

Germination:

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days.

Maintain consistent moisture during the germination period.

Transplanting:

Cowpeas are best direct sown and not usually transplanted.

If starting indoors, transplant seedlings when they have at least two sets of true leaves and the soil temperature is warm.

Care and Maintenance:

Watering:

Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

Water deeply once a week during dry periods.

Weeding:

Keep the planting area free of weeds to reduce competition for nutrients and water.

Harvesting:

For fresh pods, harvest when pods are young and tender.

For dry beans, allow pods to mature and dry on the plant before harvesting.