SMGOLD Yard long bean/Barbati Seed (35 per packet)

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SMGOLD

BARBATI_BE_(A)_3

35 per packet

Yard long bean/Barbati

No

Indoor, Outdoor

Vegetable

Yes

Fabaceae family

Vigna unguiculata.

Cowpea thrives best in well-drained loamy or sandy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH between 5.5 and 6.5. It is a legume and can fix its own nitrogen, but it still requires other key nutrients like phosphorus, potassium, zinc, and organic matter for a high yield.

There are three primary methods for sowing cowpea seeds: broadcasting, line sowing, and dibbling. The best method depends on your growing space, climate, and whether you are planting for grain, green manure, or vegetable pods.

15 Days

250 ml for 3 days

Less than 3 hours a day

72 Months

Mixed Soil (50% Clay + 50% Sand)

35 per packet

To care for cowpea seeds, plant them in well-draining soil after the last frost, giving them about 6-12 inches of space. Provide at least 6-8 hours of full sun and consistent watering, especially during dry spells and flowering, but avoid waterlogging. Offer support like a trellis for climbing varieties and mulch to retain moisture.