Overview

Embark on a rewarding gardening journey by cultivating your own delicious peanuts with our premium Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds. This beloved heirloom variety, scientifically known as Arachis hypogaea, is celebrated for its exceptional flavor and vibrant red skin. Each packet contains 25 high-quality, non-GMO seeds, ready to be sown in your garden and transform into prolific peanut plants. The Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds are an excellent choice for both novice and experienced gardeners seeking to grow a traditional, flavorful crop. Known for their sweet taste and ease of shelling, these peanuts are a true garden delight that brings a touch of southern charm to any outdoor space.

These heirloom peanut seeds are carefully selected to ensure genetic purity and robust growth, providing you with a reliable harvest year after year. Valencia peanuts are particularly well-suited for home gardens due to their compact growth habit and relatively quick maturation time. You’ll enjoy the satisfaction of harvesting fresh, homegrown peanuts, perfect for roasting, boiling, or simply snacking straight from the shell. Choose these non-GMO peanut seeds for a sustainable and delicious addition to your vegetable patch.

Key Benefits

Our Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds offer numerous advantages for the home gardener, ensuring a successful and enjoyable growing experience:

• Exceptional Flavor: Enjoy the rich, sweet taste of Valencia peanuts, renowned for their superior flavor compared to other varieties. These peanuts are ideal for various culinary uses, from snacking to baking.

• Heirloom Quality: Cultivate a piece of agricultural heritage with these true heirloom peanut seeds. Preserving traditional varieties ensures genetic diversity and offers a taste of authentic, time-tested flavors.

• Non-GMO Assurance: Grow with confidence knowing that our non-GMO peanut seeds are free from genetic modification, supporting natural and sustainable gardening practices.

• Prolific Yield: Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds are known for their high productivity, yielding multiple pods per plant, ensuring a generous harvest for your efforts.

• Easy to Grow: Suitable for gardeners of all skill levels, these peanut seeds are relatively easy to cultivate, requiring basic care to thrive and produce a bountiful crop.

• Versatile Culinary Use: The harvested peanuts can be enjoyed in many ways – roasted, boiled, or used in homemade peanut butter and other recipes, offering fresh, healthy options.

• Educational Experience: Growing peanuts from seed offers an engaging and educational experience, especially for families and children, as they witness the unique process of peanut formation underground.

Plant Care & Growing Tips

Successful cultivation of Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds begins with proper planting and attentive care. Peanuts are warm-season annuals that thrive in full sun and well-draining soil. Plant seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, when soil temperatures consistently reach at least 65°F (18°C). Space seeds about 6 inches apart in rows 2-3 feet apart, planting them 1-2 inches deep. Ensure the soil is loose and sandy, as peanuts develop their pods underground. Avoid heavy clay soils, which can impede pod formation and harvesting. A slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0-7.0) is ideal for optimal growth of your heirloom peanut seeds.

Watering is crucial, especially during flowering and pod development. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Once the plants begin to flower, they will send out ‘pegs’ or ‘gnap’ down into the soil, where the peanuts will form. Ensure there is loose soil for these pegs to penetrate easily. Fertilize sparingly with a balanced fertilizer, avoiding high-nitrogen formulas which can promote foliage growth at the expense of peanut production. For best results, consider a fertilizer with higher phosphorus and potassium. Peanuts are generally resistant to most pests and diseases, but monitor for common garden issues and address them promptly. Growing peanuts from seed is a rewarding process, typically requiring about 100-120 days to maturity. Harvest when the foliage begins to yellow and wither, usually in late summer or early fall. Gently dig up the entire plant to reveal the clusters of delicious peanuts.

Size & Details

This package contains 25 high-quality Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds, ready for planting. Each seed is non-GMO, ensuring a natural and authentic growing experience. The plants typically grow to a height of 12-18 inches with a spread of about 18-24 inches, making them suitable for most home gardens or even large containers. Valencia peanuts are known for their cluster growth habit, with pods forming close to the main stem, which makes harvesting relatively straightforward. Expect to see germination within 7-14 days under optimal conditions, with flowering occurring approximately 45-60 days after planting. The full maturation cycle for growing peanuts from seed is around 100-120 days from planting to harvest, allowing for a timely crop in most growing seasons.

These heirloom peanut seeds are ideal for outdoor cultivation, thriving in conditions with plenty of direct sunlight. They are an annual crop, completing their life cycle within one growing season. The seeds are shipped in a protective packet to maintain viability. With proper care, these seeds will yield a bountiful harvest of sweet, red-skinned peanuts, perfect for fresh enjoyment. Consider planting these non-GMO peanut seeds for a healthy and satisfying addition to your garden.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Q: How big does this peanut plant get? A: Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds will grow into plants that typically reach 12-18 inches in height and spread about 18-24 inches wide. This compact size makes them suitable for various garden setups.

• Q: How much sunlight does this plant need? A: Peanut plants require full sun, meaning at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day, to produce a good yield. Ensure they are planted in an open, sunny location.

• Q: Is this plant easy to care for? A: Yes, Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds are considered easy to grow, making them a great choice for beginner gardeners. They primarily need consistent warmth, sunlight, and well-draining soil.

• Q: What condition will the seeds arrive in? A: The heirloom peanut seeds will arrive in a protective packet, ensuring their viability and readiness for planting upon receipt. We take care to package them securely for transit.

• Q: When is the best time to plant these peanut seeds? A: The best time to plant non-GMO peanut seeds is in late spring or early summer, after all danger of frost has passed and the soil temperature is consistently above 65°F (18°C).

• Q: Can I grow these peanuts in a container? A: Yes, due to their relatively compact size, Tennessee Red Valencia peanut seeds can be successfully grown in large containers, provided they have good drainage and ample sunlight.

• Q: What kind of soil is best for growing peanuts? A: Peanuts prefer loose, sandy, well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. This type of soil allows the pegs to easily penetrate and the peanuts to form underground.

• Q: How long does it take for these peanuts to mature? A: From planting to harvest, growing peanuts from seed typically takes about 100-120 days. You’ll know they’re ready when the foliage starts to yellow.

• Q: Are these peanut seeds suitable for organic gardening? A: As non-GMO peanut seeds, they are an excellent choice for organic gardening practices. Simply ensure you use organic soil amendments and pest control methods.

• Q: What are the best uses for Tennessee Red Valencia peanuts? A: These sweet peanuts are fantastic for roasting, boiling (especially when fresh), making homemade peanut butter, or simply enjoying as a healthy snack. Their flavor is outstanding.