Mississippi Purple Cowpea Organic Seeds (Vigna unguiculata) – Southern heirloom variety producing glossy purple pods and creamy peas—great for hot climates.
Minimum: 25+ Seeds
Get a taste of the South with Mississippi Purple Cowpea Organic Seeds, a traditional heirloom known for its glossy, deep purple pods and tender, creamy peas. Perfectly adapted for hot, dry climates, this variety thrives in tough summer conditions where other legumes might struggle. Each vigorous plant produces long, slender pods that are as eye-catching as they are productive.
Whether you’re growing for fresh shelling, drying, or enjoying as snap beans when young, this dual-purpose variety is a garden workhorse. A must-have for homesteaders, Southern growers, or anyone looking to add beauty and nutrition to their summer garden.
Key Features:
🌞 Heat-Loving & Drought-Tolerant – Built for hot, Southern climates
🌱 Glossy Purple Pods – Easy to harvest and beautiful in the garden
🍽️ Creamy, Tender Peas – Delicious fresh or dried
📈 High-Yielding & Resilient – Prolific producers even in poor soil
🌿 Open-Pollinated & Organic – No GMOs or synthetic chemicals
Why Gardeners Love It:
💜 Striking Appearance – Bold purple pods make harvesting fun and easy
🍛 Versatile in the Kitchen – Use as fresh shell peas, dry beans, or tender snaps
💪 Soil Enricher – Fixes nitrogen naturally, improving your soil
🪴 Compact Vines – Grows well in both rows and containers
🌾 Deep Southern Heritage – A staple crop with time-tested reliability
Growing Information:
☀️ Light Requirements: Full sun
📆 Days to Maturity: 65–75 days
📏 Plant Height: 2–3 feet (semi-bush type)
🌱 Sowing Depth: 1 inch
🪴 Spacing: 4–6 inches apart
🌡️ Optimal Temps: 70–95°F
💧 Watering: Drought-tolerant once established, but water during flowering for best yields
✂️ Harvest Tip: Pick young pods as snap beans or allow them to mature for shelling
How to Use Mississippi Purple Cowpeas:
🍲 Fresh Shelling Peas – Creamy texture and nutty flavor for stews and soups
🌿 Dry Beans – Store for winter meals or heirloom seed saving
🥗 Young Snap Beans – Pick early for tender, purple snap peas
🌾 Cover Cropping – Grows fast and builds soil fertility in off-seasons
Perfect For:
🏡 Southern & Hot-Climate Gardens – Performs in heat and drought
🛖 Homesteads & Food Security – Reliable yields with minimal care
🧑🌾 Market Growers – Sells well due to unique appearance and taste
🌻 Pollinator Plots – Attracts bees when in bloom
🪴 Backyard Gardeners – Great for small plots and raised beds
Common Questions:
❓ Do the purple pods turn green when cooked?
Yes, like many colorful beans, they lose some of their color when boiled but retain their delicious flavor.
❓ Can I grow them up a trellis?
They're semi-bush types, but light trellising can help support heavy yields.
❓ How long do dried beans store?
When dried and stored properly, they can last up to 2–3 years!
🌾 Feed Your Family Like the South Has for Generations
From rich Southern stews to fresh shelling peas and hearty dry beans, Mississippi Purple Cowpeas bring beauty, flavor, and reliability to your garden. A true heirloom classic that earns its space every season.
👉 Order now and add color and resilience to your summer harvests!