Blue Goose African (Field) Pea

Vigna unguiculata Seeds per packet ~ 40 Germination: 94% Packed for 2025  Grower: Appalachian Seed Growers Collective Origins and HistoryThe Blue Goose African (Field) Pea (Vigna unguiculata) is an heirloom variety rooted in the agricultural traditions of the American South, with ancestry tracing back to Africa where cowpeas have been cultivated for thousands of years. Likely introduced to North America during the transatlantic slave trade, this variety became a staple in Southern farming communities, valued for its resilience in hot, dry climates and poor soils. Over generations, the Blue Goose developed a reputation for its dependable yields and adaptability, making it a treasured field pea among subsistence farmers and home gardeners alike. Appearance and CharacteristicsThe Blue Goose African Field Pea produces vigorous, vining plants with bright green foliage and delicate blooms. The pods are slender, medium-length, and contain smooth, cream-colored peas marked by a distinc