Pea Seeds- PIGEON - Jamaican Gungo - Gandules

These Pigeon Pea Seeds, also known as Gandules Beans, are a type of tropical green pea known as Jamaican Gungo or Congo Peas. They are scientifically named Cajanus cajan and are considered an heirloom variety. These seeds are a perennial plant, making them a valuable addition to any garden.

Pigeon Pea Seeds - Jamaican Gungo - Gandules. High yields and flavorful, can be served like green peas or cowpeas. Popular in Caribbean and India for soup and rice dishes. Harvested and sold as dried peas. Plant like cowpeas. 

Culinary Tips : In India dried Pigeon peas are the main bean used to make the popular ingredient dal or dhal which is simply the dried, hulled and split bean. Additionally they are commonly used in African and Caribbean soups, stews and rice dishes. Not only does the Pigeon pea provide a valuable food source in these areas but also its leaves can be used as animal feed and the woody parts of the plant as firewood.

Pigeon peas, also known as Cajanus cajan, are highly valuable legumes to cultivate in your garden, especially if you reside in a warm climate where they can thrive as both annuals and perennials. They offer numerous benefits as a vegetable.

 How To grow pigeon peas ,  plant the seeds directly in the ground after the last frost, placing them 3/4 to 1 inch deep and 3-4 inches apart in well-drained soil with full sun exposure. Make sure the soil temperature is warm and thin out seedlings to a distance of 1 foot apart once they are established. Pigeon peas are a long-season crop and typically take 120-140 days to mature and produce pods. In colder climates, consider starting the seeds indoors to prolong the growing season.