UGA Cowboy® Perennial Peanut

Cowboy Perennial Peanut is a high-performing rhizoma perennial peanut variety developed at the University of Georgia by Dr. Wayne Hanna for exceptional forage production, ornamental appeal, and low-maintenance lawn applications throughout the Southeast. Known for its dense growth habit, drought tolerance, and nitrogen-fixing ability, Cowboy provides a durable and attractive alternative to traditional turfgrass while also serving as a premium hay and grazing option.

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Key Features

• Dense, low-growing perennial groundcover

• Excellent drought tolerance once established

• Nitrogen-fixing legume requiring minimal fertilizer

• Ideal for ornamental landscapes and sustainable lawns

• Produces high-quality forage and hay

• Strong persistence and adaptability in Southern climates

• Attractive deep green foliage with seasonal yellow blooms

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Recommended Uses

• Low-maintenance residential lawns

• Commercial and municipal landscapes

• Orchard and grove row middles

• Erosion control areas

• Hay production and livestock grazing systems

• Sustainable landscape installations

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Growing Information

Cowboy Perennial Peanut thrives in full sun and well-drained soils. Once established, it requires minimal irrigation and maintenance compared to conventional turfgrass. Best adapted for warm-season growing regions across the Southeastern United States.​

Note: The University of Georgia Research Foundation granted the exclusive rights of propagation to 1 DOG Ventures, LLC. Unauthorized propagation of these cultivars are prohibited by law. This variety carries a royalty payable to the University of Georgia Research Foundation.

We do not accept returns, but if you are unhappy with your purchase, please let us know ASAP, so we can address the issue. 

We are not able to ship Cowboy Perennial Peanut plants at this time. All orders are to be picked up at our nursery or scheduled for delivery.