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How to grow Snow pea growing and care: Cool weather, trellising
What is the best way to start growing? Seedling / Seed
Is it necessary to graft or use vegetative reproduction? No
Difficulties or problems when growing: Hot days in the growing season can damage the plant
Planting season: Autumn – frost free area or slight frost / Spring – temperate climate
Pests and diseases: Pea weevil
Pruning season: All season
How to prune: No need
Size of the plant? 0.8-1.8 m, 32-68 inches
Growth speed in optimal condition: Fast growing / Medium growing
Water requirement: Average amount of water / Big amount of water
Light conditions in optimal condition for growing: Full Sun / Half Shade
Is it possible to grow indoor as houseplant? No
Growing is also possible in a planter /flowerpot / containers: Yes
Blooming information Bloom season: Autumn – frost free area or slight frost / Spring – temperate climate
General information about the flower Purple flower in butterfly shape
Pollination is done by: Self-pollination, bees
Edible seeds Seeds harvest season: Winter – frost free area / Early summer– cold temperate climate
Seeds pests or diseases: Birds, worms
What can be done with big quantities of Snow pea seeds? Eaten raw, stews, soups, stir fry
Work requirements on the seeds: Pick the pods in the right moment
How long does it take to bear seeds ? 80-120 day
Scientific name: Pisum sativum var. saccharatum
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