Vigna, Black-Eyed Peas 'Queen Anne"
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
Description
Whether you call them black-eyed peas, cowpeas, Southern peas, field peas, or crowder peas, this easy to grow, heat loving, nutritious legume is a kitchen staple. Harvest either as fresh, plump beans, or wait until mature and dried in the pods. Queen Anne has shorter 2 ½ foot vines and heavy yields. These mild, tasty beans are traditionally paired with fluffy hot rice for a complete meal – or cook up scrumptious stews and high-protein salads. Quick cooking, versatile, and nutritious with a creamy texture.
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Details
Don’t plant too early; cold conditions prevent good bean germination. In late spring, when nights are securely above 55°F (13°C), sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun. Poke seeds in 1 inch deep and 3-4 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart.
If first sowing comes up unevenly, replant right away; new seedlings catch up quickly. Bean seedlings are tempting treats to birds, so watch carefully and protect with netting if necessary. These sturdy legumes require full sun and a warm growing season. Plant in well-drained soil, but don't fertilize as they grow best without amendment.
To Harvest as Fresh Beans: When beans are fully formed but still green and tender, harvest pods, cut off ends and shell out the beans.
To Harvest as Dried Beans: When beans are hard and smooth inside dry, leathery pods, harvest whole crop. If frost or excessive rain threatens, pull entire plants and finish drying in a sheltered spot. Shell out the dried beans and put in sealed containers. Freeze for 3-4 days to eliminate any insects, then store in glass jars in a cool, dry place. Enjoy both fresh or dried beans cooked with onions, garlic, and savory herbs.
More Information
| Brand | Renee's Garden |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Vegetables |
| Common Family Name | Pea |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Harvest Time | Summer, Late Summer |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Spacing in Row | 4" |
| Planting Depth | 1" |
| Days to Germination | 7-14 |
| Days to Maturity | 65-75 |