Big Boy Cowpea Seed

Big Boy Cowpea

Big Boy Cowpea is a versatile and hardy Southern heirloom legume, prized for its high yields, heat tolerance, and creamy, flavorful beans. Ideal for home gardens, small farms, or traditional Southern dishes, it’s perfect for fresh eating, shelling, or drying.

• Type: Heirloom

• Days to Maturity: ~70–80 days

• Growth Habit: Bush type; compact plants 18–24 inches tall

Plant Details:
Plants are vigorous and productive, producing clusters of long, pale green pods filled with large, creamy white beans. Highly adaptable to warm climates and poor soils, with good drought tolerance.

Flavor & Use:
Mild, buttery flavor with a tender texture when young. Excellent for fresh shelling, boiling, soups, stews, or drying for storage.

Growing Tips:
Plant after the last frost in warm soil. Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Space seeds 3–4 inches apart in rows 24–30 inches apart. Regular harvesting of young pods encourages continued production.

A dependable heirloom cowpea that combines ease of growth, high yields, and delicious, versatile beans. 🌱