Texas Red And White

Family: Fabaceae Vegetable

Roasted in the imagination, Texas Red And White brings a striking, candy-striped charm—warm red-brown skins banded with creamy white—paired with a rich, nutty depth and a satisfyingly crisp bite.

The kernels are well-filled and balanced, making them a standout for home roasting and for turning into smooth, aromatic spreads and sauces. Grow this dependable 130-day peanut for a harvest that feels both ornamental and deliciously rewarding, with pods that promise plenty beneath the soil’s surface.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 130 DaysHabit: Bush

Botanical illustration of Texas Red And White

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Sep 2nd
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	130
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	68
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

This peanut is built for roasting: the kernels hold shape and deliver a crisp bite with a warm, slightly sweet finish rather than turning flabby. Use the stripes to your advantage—toast until fragrant, then go sweet-salty with lime, soy, and chili, or blend into a silky spread that stays cohesive.

Best Uses

dry-roasting for a high-heat crunch snack
blending into a smooth, aromatic peanut butter with a lightly salted edge
crushing for satay-style rubs and crunchy toppings
stirring into thick sauces where nut body thickens without feeling heavy

Flavor Profile

roasty, dry-nut nuttiness candy-striped sweetness on the finish crisp, firm kernel bite that stays snappy when toasted

Kitchen Pairings

chili lime garlic brown sugar soy sauce sesame oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the most common peanut (Arachis hypogaea) disease to watch for, and how can I stop it?

In home gardens, Arachis hypogaea commonly suffers from leaf spot and, in wet weather, pod/soil rots (often worsened by poor airflow and water on foliage). Remove and discard infected leaves early, avoid overhead watering, and improve airflow by thinning plants so the canopy dries quickly. If you see spreading spots repeatedly, use a labeled fungicide for peanuts/leaf spots and follow the interval on the label.

How often should I water peanuts during the main growing phase (around flowering and pod filling)?

During flowering and pod filling, keep the soil consistently moist but not soggy—typically about 1 inch of water per week, adjusted for heat and rainfall. Water deeply so moisture reaches the rooting zone, and let the top 1–2 inches of soil dry slightly between waterings to prevent pod rot. If soil stays wet and cool, reduce watering immediately; Arachis hypogaea pods form in the soil and are prone to rot in overly wet conditions.

How do I tell when Texas Red and White peanuts are ready to harvest?

Harvest when the foliage turns yellow and the plants are largely mature—often around 130 days for Arachis hypogaea, but use the plant’s color as your main cue. Shake a few plants gently and check that the pods are well-filled with a firm shell and that the inner kernels aren’t shriveled. Lift plants carefully with a fork, keep the pods intact, and dry them in a warm, airy place soon after harvest for best curing.