Pea

legume. Cowpea (Vigna unguiculata) is a legume consumed as a high‐quality plant protein source in many parts of the world. Is cowpea a protein or… Read More »What Class Of Food Is Cowpea?

Cowpeas are grown mostly for their edible beans, although the leaves, green seeds and pods can also be consumed, meaning the cowpea can be used… Read More »Are Cow Peas Edible?

Both the green and purple podded varieties, as well as the yard long beans, are easily found. The pods are eaten raw or stir fried,… Read More »Can You Eat Cowpeas Raw?

Regular consumption of cowpeas reduces LDL and total cholesterol levels and improves blood circulation and heart health. Cowpeas have a low glycaemic index, thus reducing… Read More »What Are Cowpeas Good For?

Tips to Ensure Success With Growing These Peas One thing that you need to remember about the purple hull peas is that they don’t want… Read More »How Often Do I Water Purple Hull Peas?

The first written reference of the word ‘cowpea’ appeared in 1798 in the United States. The name was most likely acquired due to their use… Read More »Why Are They Called Cowpeas?

How to grow pea shoots Soak. Soak the peas in water for 24 hours (dried peas sold for cooking will normally grow fine and are… Read More »How Do You Sprout Peas?

Sow seeds 1 inch deep (slightly deeper if soil is dry) and about 2 inches apart. Do not thin. Plant rows 7 inches apart. In… Read More »How Do You Plant Peas In A Garden?

Nutritional facts Pea tendrils are a nutritionally dense food, packed with many of the same vitamins and minerals as other green leafy vegetables. They are… Read More »Are Pea Tendrils Good For You?

deadheading. It is very important to deadhead your sweet peas. Look out for seed pods developing and snip them off regularly. This prevents the plants… Read More »How Do You Keep Sweet Peas From Flowering?