Pea : Garden : Greensage

Pea : Garden : Greensage

1 packet (300 seeds) @ $1.99

Catalog Code: 639

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Pea : Garden : Greensage

Vegetable

  • Days to Harvest: 70 Days from sowing
  • Height: 30 inches
  • Ideal for: Children

Description

Greensage is the exciting result of new hybridisation to create an even sweeter, exhibit quality, garden-worthy Pea. Pods over 20cm (8in) long, with 8-11 peas, are produced over a long period on semi-leafless, upright plants.

Sowing Instructions

Sowing time:Early to mid-spring zones 2-7, early to mid-fall zones 8-10. Can be sown every 10 days for succession.
Sowing depth:5cm (2in) deep, about 2.5-5cm (1-2in) apart, and in rows 75cm (30in) apart.

Sow in flat-bottomed drills.

Growing Instructions

When plants are 10cm (4in), tall provide twiggy sticks for support. Height 75cm (30in).

Aftercare Instructions

The peas will be ready to harvest around 70 days from sowing date, and regular picking will encourage further cropping. Plants are self supporting when sown in blocks. Prefers well drained, moist, rich conditions.

Kitchen Notes

Delicious when cooked the traditional way -steamed or boiled with a sprig of fresh mint.