Snow pea grow and care – climbers of the genus Pisum also known as Mangetout, Snow pea annual plant, can grow in temperate, mediterranean or subtropical climate and growing in hardiness zone 2-10.
Flower color purple in butterfly shape.
Fruit (peas) grow in pods, the pods are the most edible part and eaten with the peas inside.
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
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
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
Pisum sativum var. saccharatum
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