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Tropical perennial legume grown as annual in cooler climates. Possible in warmer NA gardens. Drought and heat tolerant. Heavy nitrogen fixer.
Lupinus albus
A fellow Fabaceae — similar growing habits to Pigeon Pea
Attract Hoverflies, Lacewings, Ladybugs, Parasitic wasps to keep them in check — plant African MarigoldExcellent, ChervilExcellent and EndiveExcellent nearby.Start Pigeon Pea indoors about 6 weeks before your last frost. Seeds usually come up in around 14 days. Move seedlings out once the danger of frost has passed, in full sun, spaced about 90 cm apart. Expect to harvest in roughly 180 days.
Keep track of the seeds you own.
Water: Low · Height: 250 cm · Soil: Well-draining, adaptable — drought-tolerant
These three thrive alongside Pigeon Pea — and alongside each other.
