Hercules Southern Pea (Vigna unguiculata) Heirloom Seeds

The largest seeds of any southern pea! I think any plant variety that boasts “biggest” is worth trying, especially when you can shell these faster per volume than other southern peas. The “varmints” in my patch singled this variety out as the best ones to raid, so apparently they have wide appeal. Plants are bushy but a little floppy and hold the 9″ pods upright, making harvest easy. Maturity is somewhat later than other varieties but they still were ready to pick in September, well before frost. Flavor was unremarkable but the large seed size makes a nice mouthful. This variety was developed in South Carolina at Clemson University and released in 1981.Southern pea pods are best picked when seeds are filled out and pods soften but before they turn brown or dry. Squeeze out the seeds or invest in a pea sheller to get the job done quick! Cook for 20 minutes in just a little water and serve with butter. 75-80 days from sowing to harvest. Seeds produced in Morgantown, WV. Germination 99% 11-22-2023.