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Knuckle Purplehull Southern Pea

Knuckle Purplehull Southern Pea

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Knuckle Purplehull
Southern Pea (Cowpea)

65 days — 'Knuckle Purplehull' is a high yielding variety producing medium thick, reddish to purple colored pods, with large seeds that turn brown when dry. Excellent pea as both a dried and a canning variety. Bred by the Alabama Agricultural Experiment Station, Auburn and released in 1958. Each ounce is approximately 150 seeds.
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Planting Instructions: Loosen the soil in a location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of full sunlight per day. Add compost or fertilizer before planting and not after.

Sow seeds directly outdoors as soon as soil temperatures reach 70F. Optimal germination occurs between 75 to 95F. Plant ½ to one inch deep, 1 to 2 seeds every two inches. Keep moist until germination. Thin to one plant every 3 to 6 inches in rows spaced 24 to 36 inches apart. Irrigation is normally not necessary as they are renowned for their ability to grow under harsh conditions. For improved germination of hard seed, soak in warm water for four hours just prior to sowing.