Cowpeas

For generations, C.T. Smith Co. has supplied quality cowpea varieties to growers across the country. From long-standing heirloom peas to improved modern selections, our varieties are chosen for their dependable yields, field performance, flavor, and adaptability. Whether grown for fresh market, dry harvest, processing, or wildlife applications, each Southern pea carries a unique history and purpose.

  • Pinkeye Purplehull BVR

    SEED COUNT – 2528 / #
    PEPHBVR was selected as a single plant from a population of Pinkeye Purplehull containing about 30% BICMV resistant plants. It was released in 1984 by The College of Agriculture of the University of Georgia. BVR stands for resistance to blackeye cowpea mosaic virus. (BICMV) PEPHBVR has a semi erect vine with a lavender flower. Pods are above the foliage, about 18 cm long and are purplish-green at green shell maturity turning purple when dry. The seed is green at fresh market maturity turning to creamy white at the dry stage and has a maroon eye. This is the main PEPH variety for the fresh market. Fresh pods are ready in about 65 days.

  • Purplehull Big Boy

    Seed count is 2046 / #
    This variety was released in 1979.The PHBB plant habit is considered prostrate because it spreads out with runners that can extend 3 ft. The pods are at foliage level; about 9.5 inches long and are purple at green shell maturity. There are about 14 seeds per pod. The flower is lavender color. It is considered late maturity with dry seed in 90-100 days. Green shell maturity is about 60-65 days. The seed are almost as large as the big boy.

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