When to Plant Cowpeas in Zone 7
In USDA zone 7a, plant outdoors April 29 to July 18, and expect your first harvest around July 18. (7a shown here — see 7a and 7b dates separately below.)
Cowpeas planting calendar for USDA Zone 7a
Average last spring frost
April 15
Average first fall frost
October 20
Direct sow
Apr 29
Projected first harvest
Jul 18
Most cowpeas mature in about 75 to 80 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 188 frost-free days in zone 7a.
Cowpeas planting calendar for USDA Zone 7b
Average last spring frost
April 10
Average first fall frost
October 30
Direct sow
Apr 24
Projected first harvest
Jul 13
Most cowpeas mature in about 75 to 80 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 203 frost-free days in zone 7b.
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Varieties to grow
2 varieties of cowpeas in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with cowpeas
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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