Pisum, Oriental Pea, Snow Pea 'Delicata'

Pisumsativum var. macrocarpon

Family
Fabaceae (fab-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Pisum (PEES-um)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Herbaceous
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Bloom Time
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Vegetables
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
5.6 to 6.0 (acidic)
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
Seed Collecting
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional

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Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) | December 2006 | neutral

Tender dark green, flat-podded 'mangetout' peas with exceptional flavour. A very productive variety with the great benefit to the gardene...Read More

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