Full Sun
70 Days
Approx. 15-20 seeds
Open Pollinated
Up to 5’ tall
98% Germination Rate (2023 test)
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Also known as Brazilian Peas. Large edible pods can be used as a snow pea but best when peas mature to full size. Sweet and beautiful with bicolour pink/purple flowers. Seed from small organic farm in British Columbia.
Companions: Carrots, Parsley, Potatoes
Growing Instructions:
Germinates best at 15-21°C in moist soil.
Plant Spacing : 2” apart. Row Spacing: 12-18” apart.
Direct seed at 1-1 ½” deep as soon as the soil can be worked. Prefers well-drained soil. Do not thin. The best time to install a trellis is at planting time. For a fall crop, sow 2 months before first frost. Keep seeds well-watered to encourage good germination.