Farmizen - Cow Pea Seeds - Naati/Desi | Express Store | Bangalore
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Cow Pea Seeds - Naati/Desi - Pack of 20 Seeds

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Cowpea is a highly nutritious legume crop that grows well in tropical and subtropical regions. Desi varieties of cowpea are well-suited to Indian agro-climatic conditions and are known for their drought resistance, short growing cycle, and ability to enrich the soil through nitrogen fixation. Here’s a comprehensive look at the cultivation practices for desi cowpea seeds. Grown for generations across the Indian subcontinent, Desi Cowpea is a short-duration crop that thrives even in low-fertility soils and arid climates. It is a natural nitrogen fixer, making it excellent for crop rotation and improving soil health. The plants produce tender green pods and nutritious seeds that are widely used in Indian cuisine – from sabzis and dal to sundal and curries.

Climate : Cowpea is a warm-season crop that thrives in temperatures between 20–35°C. It is drought-tolerant but sensitive to waterlogging.

Rainfall : Requires moderate rainfall (400–700 mm annually). Suitable for rainfed as well as irrigated conditions.

Soil : Grows best in well-drained sandy loam to loamy soils with pH between 6.0 and 7.5. Avoid saline or waterlogged soils.

Sunlight: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)

Watering: Moderate, avoid waterlogging

No of seeds per pkt : 20

Germination Rate: 70%




Delivery Note: Expected delivery between Apr 21st (Mon) and Apr 27th (Sun)

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