Experience the incredible sweetness of Sugar Ann snap peas from West Coast Seeds. This 25g pack produces extra early peas on short, 60cm (2') vines that don't require trellising. Perfect for smaller garden spaces and container growing, these bushy plants yield crisp, tasty 6cm (2") pods. Sugar Ann peas have excellent resistance to pea enation virus and powdery mildew, making them a reliable choice for your garden. Winner of the 1984 AAS Award and the RHS Award of Garden Merit, Sugar Ann peas have been a staple for West Coast Seeds for decades.
Key Features:
- Incredibly Sweet: Delicious flavor perfect for fresh eating.
- Compact Growth: Short, 60cm (2') vines ideal for small spaces.
- Early Harvest: Matures in just 56 days.
- Award-Winning Variety: 1984 AAS Winner and RHS Award of Garden Merit.
- Open-Pollinated Seeds: Reliable and easy to grow.
Growing Instructions:
- Difficulty: Easy
- Timing: Plant as early in spring as the soil can be worked. Optimal soil temperature: 10-20°C (50-70°F). Seeds should sprout in 7-14 days.
- Starting: Sow seeds 2cm (1") deep. After April 15th, sow seeds 5cm (2") deep. Space seeds 2-7cm (1-3") apart in rows. Do not thin.
- Growing Conditions: Use well-drained soil amended with finished compost. Add 2 cups of rock phosphate or bonemeal per 3m (10') row. Support dwarf varieties with twigs if needed.
Harvesting:
Pick pods at the desired stage. Multiple sowings or growing several varieties can extend the harvest season.
Tips for Blanching Peas:
To freeze peas for fall and winter use, blanching is essential. Submerge peas in boiling water briefly to kill enzymes, then cool in ice water before drying and freezing.
- Snap and Snow Peas: Boil whole pods for two minutes, then cool in ice water.
- Shelled Peas: Boil for ninety seconds, then cool in ice water. Dry thoroughly before storing in zip-top or vacuum bags.
Companion Planting:
Excellent companions include beans, carrots, celery, corn, cucumber, eggplant, parsley, peppers, potatoes, radish, spinach, strawberries, and turnips. Avoid planting near onions.
Grow your own Sugar Ann peas with West Coast Seeds and enjoy their extra early sweetness and ease of growing. Perfect for gardeners of all levels, these peas are a delicious and practical addition to your garden.
