Fast Lady Northern Southern Cow Pea
Best seeds for gardeners seeking reliable, high yielding legumes.
This cow pea variety, 'Fast Lady', is specifically bred for shorter growing seasons, maturing over three weeks faster than other cow peas. Its compact, upright plants are ideal for food production rather than cover cropping. The 7-8 inch pods are prolific and easy to harvest, suitable for fresh consumption around 65 days. The dry beans are noted for their high protein content, thin skins, and quick cooking time. This indeterminate variety matures in 90 days and is an Open Source Seed Initiative (OSSI) variety, grown by Pueblo Seed and certified organic.
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Price vs Category Average
-53%
Below average
Plant Type
Bush
/ Bush
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking quick returns or successive plantings
- Home gardeners with limited space desiring high productivity
- Growers in warm climates or areas with inconsistent rainfall
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in northern climates or with short, cool summers
- Organic growers preferring low-maintenance pest solutions
- Busy individuals or those preferring less frequent garden tasks
Performance breakdown
Growth Velocity
Rapid maturation cycle significantly outperforms standard cow pea varieties.
Harvest Efficiency
Upright, compact growth makes picking pods quick and effortless.
Culinary Versatility
Thin skins and fast cooking times elevate these beans for cooking.
Genetic Integrity
OSSI certification ensures long-term seed sovereignty and open access.
Production Yield
Prolific pod development maximizes food output in smaller garden footprints.
Organic Quality
Certified organic status guarantees clean, chemical-free cultivation from the start.
Key Specs
Plant Type
Bush
Seed Type
Cow Pea
Sunlight Exposure
Full Sun
Days to Maturity
90 days
Planting Season
Spring, Summer
USDA Hardiness Zone
Not specified
Mature Height
Not specified
Mature Spread
Not specified
Know before you buy
The 'Fast Lady' is specifically bred to mature over three weeks faster than traditional cow pea varieties. Its compact, upright growth habit makes it better suited for food production in smaller spaces compared to sprawling cover-crop varieties.
You can enjoy them both ways. The pods are suitable for fresh consumption around 65 days, while the dry beans are harvested at 90 days and are prized for their thin skins and quick cooking time.
As an OSSI variety, these seeds are pledged to remain free from patents or restrictive licenses. This ensures that the seeds remain available for gardeners and farmers to save, replant, and share freely.
Yes, these seeds are certified organic and grown by Pueblo Seed. They are produced without the use of synthetic fertilizers or pesticides.
These cow peas thrive in full sun and are best planted during the spring or summer months. Because they are a bush-type plant, they are relatively easy to manage in a standard garden bed.
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