Grow the delicious and high-yielding Sugar Lace II peas from West Coast Seeds. This 25g pack produces semi-leafless, 80cm (30") vines that do not require support, making them perfect for any garden space. The 9cm (3.5") stringless pods are incredibly sweet and grow in pairs near the top of the plant for easy picking. Sugar Lace II is resistant to powdery mildew and pea enation mosaic virus, making it ideal for late sowing and fall harvests. You can even start sowing as early as mid-February on the coast for early spring planting.
Key Features:
- Sweet, Stringless Pods: Smooth, tender 9cm (3.5") pods.
- High-Yield: Two pods per node, ensuring a bountiful harvest.
- Resistant to Mildew and Enation: Reliable growth in various conditions.
- Open-Pollinated Seeds: Easy to grow and maintain.
- Matures in 68 Days: Quick and productive harvest.
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.
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 Lace II peas with West Coast Seeds and enjoy their sweet flavor and high yields. Perfect for gardeners of all levels, these peas are a delicious and practical addition to your garden.
