Vigna, Asparagus Bean, Cow Pea, Cowpea, Southern Pea, Yard Long Bean 'Blue Goose'
Vigna unguiculata
| Family: | Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Vigna (VIG-nuh) (Info) |
| Species: | unguiculata (un-gwee-kew-LAH-tuh) (Info) |
| Cultivar: | Blue Goose |
| Additional cultivar information: | (aka Gray Crowder, Grey Crowder) |
Category:
Annuals
Vegetables
Height:
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing:
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Seed Type:
Open Pollinated
Growth Habit:
Climbing
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Danger:
Days to Maturity:
61 to 70 days
Bloom Color:
Pale Yellow
Soil pH requirements:
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Propagation Methods:
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Foliage Color:
Bloom Characteristics:
Water Requirements:
Where to Grow:
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Columbus, Georgia
Benton, Kentucky
Jonesville, South Carolina
Gardeners' Notes:
| Rating | Content |
|---|---|
| Neutral | On Sep 25, 2014, GeorgiaGinger from Columbus, GA wrote: I first heard of Blue Goose crowder peas when we were visiting family in the country in GA, and were allowed to pick in a field of them. They were huge, round crowders with a dark, rich, and nutty taste. |
| Positive | On Dec 16, 2012, lssfishhunter from Jonesville, SC (Zone 7b) wrote: These peas are a little smaller than other varieties. They produce really well and taste a little stronger than some varieties but I like them. |
| Positive | On Jan 23, 2003, melody from Benton, KY (Zone 7a) wrote: An old variety pre-dating 1800.First mentioned in documents from Jamacia. |
