Enjoy the sweetest snap peas with West Coast Seeds' Super Sugar Snap Peas. This 25g pack produces vigorous climbing vines that reach up to 2m (6') and require trellising. The 8cm (3") long, fat, dark-green pods are perfect for eating cooked or raw. Although not resistant to enation virus, this variety excels with early sowing in mild spring conditions, delivering trouble-free, easy-to-harvest peas by June and July.
Key Features:
- Sweetest Snap Peas: Delicious flavor perfect for fresh eating.
- Vigorous Climbing Vines: Grows up to 2m (6') tall, ideal for trellising.
- Crunchy and Tasty Pods: 8cm (3") long, excellent texture.
- Open-Pollinated Seeds: Reliable and easy to grow.
- Matures in 62-70 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. Support with a trellis or fence as they climb.
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 Super Sugar Snap peas with West Coast Seeds and enjoy their sweet flavor and vigorous growth. Perfect for gardeners of all levels, these peas are a delicious and practical addition to your garden.
