California Blackeye Cowpea Seeds

50 open-pollinated, non-gmo, pesticide-free, and heirloom California blackeye cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) seeds per packet. Tolerate dry soil and hot temperatures. Help fix nitrogen in the soil. Delicious smooth texture and sweet flavor. Matures in 75 days. Soak in water overnight. Then direct sow 1 in deep at least 1 week after last frost when soil temp reaches 65F. Place 6 in apart. Germination takes 7-14 days. Plant every 2-3 weeks for continuous harvests. Does well in even and well drained soil. Avoid overwatering. Mulch around once established. Needs full sun and tolerates heat. Harvest first beans 9-10 weeks after germination. Harvest beans daily to promote production. Provide trellis for support.