Pigeon Pea SEEDS – Heirloom & Untreated – Cajanus cajan – Perennial PeaA fast-growing, multi-purpose perennial shrub for the edible garden!The Pigeon Pea (Cajanus cajan) is an incredibly versatile and hardy plant that is both productive and beneficial for your garden. This quick-growing perennial can reach up to 2m tall in a single season, making it an excellent choice for creating a quick screen, a dense hedge, or a small tree.Why You’ll Love This Plant:Dual Harvest: Enjoy the fresh, green peas raw, steamed, or frozen for later use. Alternatively, allow the pods to dry on the plant for a plentiful harvest of protein-rich dried peas, perfect for soups, dhal, and stews.Garden Superpower: As a superb nitrogen-fixer, it naturally improves soil fertility, benefiting surrounding plants in your garden.Animal-Friendly: The leaves and peas are excellent, nutritious fodder for chickens and other livestock.Low Maintenance: Once established, it is drought-tolerant, heat-loving, and provides reliable harvests for several years.Planting & Growing TipsPosition: Thrives in full sun.Soil: Prefers well-drained soil but is remarkably adaptable to poor soils.Sowing: Sow seeds directly in warm soil after the last frost. Soaking seeds overnight can improve germination.Spacing: Space plants about 1-1.5m apart if growing as a hedge or for multiple shrubs.Growth Habit: Grows quickly and can be pruned to maintain a desired shape or size. While perennial, plants may become less productive after 3-5 years, but they readily self-seed.Ordering DetailsPrice is for a packet of six heirloom, untreated seeds harvested from our chemical-free garden.Shipping: Australia-wide (excludes Western Australia, Tasmania, and Norfolk Island due to state biosecurity restrictions).Pick up by appointment only.Please note:Always conduct your own research before trying new foods or using plants for medicinal purposes.Please see our full disclaimer in the footer of this page.Enhance your garden’s productivity and ecosystem with this amazing plant!
