Cowpeas

Description: A highly preferred warm-season annual legume. Small plots tend to be overgrazed quickly by deer. Best used in combination planting.

Varieties: Thorsby Cream, Tory, Wilcox, Iron Clay, and Catjang.

Soil Adaptation: Adapted to well-drained soils, from sandy loams to heavy clay soils.

Fertilization: A soil test is recommended or as required to maintain a soil pH of 5.5–7.0.

Planting Dates: May 1–July 1.

Planting Rate: Plant 15 lbs/acre in 24–36 inch rows or broadcast 25 lbs/acre and cover 1 inch. Inoculant required.

Soil Preparation: Plant in a firm seedbed.

Companion Plants: Other warm season annual peas, Alyceclover, and Brown Top Millet. Reduce planting rate to 12–15 lbs/acre broadcast when planting combinations.

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