Cowpea or Lobia Red Seeds - Premium Quality for Planting in Your Garden

Cowpea (Lobia Red) Seeds

Key Attributes:

• Mature Height: 3-6 feet (1-2 meters)
• Light Requirements: Full sun (6-8 hours daily)
• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil (pH 5.5-7.0)
• Uses: Protein-rich edible beans, cover cropping, livestock forage

Why Grow Cowpea (Lobia Red)?

• Nutrient-Packed Beans: Rich in protein & fiber for a healthy diet
• Soil Enhancer: Improves soil fertility through nitrogen fixation
• Heat & Drought Tolerant: Thrives in warm climates with minimal water

Seed Quality & Germination

• Germination Rate: High, ensuring strong growth
• Seed Freshness: Fresh seeds for optimal success
• Origin: Sustainably sourced
• Shelf Life: Best planted within 1 year

How to Grow Cowpea (Lobia Red)

Seed Preparation:

• Soak seeds overnight to boost germination
• Optional: Treat seeds with a legume inoculant for better nitrogen fixation

Sowing Instructions:

• Planting Time: After the last frost, when soil is at least 65°F (18°C)
• Spacing:
  • Seeds: 4-6 inches apart
  • Rows: 18-24 inches apart
• Germination Time: 7-10 days with moist but not waterlogged soil

Transplanting:

• Direct seeding recommended – no transplanting needed!

Care & Maintenance

• Watering: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering & pod development
• Mulching: Helps retain moisture and prevent weeds
• Support: Use stakes or trellises if plants grow tall
• Harvesting:
  • Pick young, tender pods for best flavor
  • Allow beans to fully mature for dried beans

Grow Your Own Nutritious and Sustainable Food Source!
HAPPY GARDENING!