Enjoy the sweet, stringless pods of Sugar Daddy snap peas from West Coast Seeds. This 25g pack produces very productive, 60-75cm (24-30") bushy plants that benefit from some support. The 8cm (3") snap peas grow in pairs near the top of the plant, making them easy to pick. Sugar Daddy peas are perfect for early spring plantings in cool, wet soil, providing an early summer harvest of delicious snap peas. This variety is known for its good disease resistance and was developed for those who value both taste and ease of growing.
Key Features:
- Uniquely Stringless: Smooth, tender 8cm (3") pods.
- Productive Plants: Short, 60-75cm (24-30") vines ideal for small spaces.
- Sweet and Crisp: Delicious flavor perfect for fresh eating.
- Good Disease Resistance: Reliable growth in various conditions.
- Open-Pollinated Seeds: Reliable and easy to grow.
- 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. Support 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 Daddy peas with West Coast Seeds and enjoy their stringless pods and sweet flavor. Perfect for gardeners of all levels, these peas are a delicious and practical addition to your garden.
