Growing Snow Peas, also Sugar Peas, Mangetout, Chinese Peas
Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon : Fabaceae / the pea or legume family
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P | P | P | P | P |
(Best months for growing Snow Peas in South Africa - Summer rainfall regions)
- P = Sow seed
- Easy to grow. Sow in garden. Sow seed at a depth approximately three times the diameter of the seed. Best planted at soil temperatures between 8°C and 20°C.
- Space plants: 8 - 10 cm apart
- Harvest in 12-14 weeks.
- Compatible with (can grow beside): Carrots, Endive, Florence fennel, Winter lettuce, Brassicas.
- Avoid growing close to: Chives, Alliums, Tomatoes
They are similar to garden peas but have a softer pod.
Snow peas are best grown in cooler seasons. They need some support when growing, tree prunings with lots of small twigs are a cheap and handy source. Or else strings between posts or wire netting. Peas need tying in the early stages, until they start producing tendrils and clinging to the support.
Will not grow well in hot weather. Protect seeds from birds and mice. Pick early and often before the pods become tough.
Start in pots in frost prone areas.
Culinary hints - cooking and eating Snow Peas
Cook whole or eat raw in salads
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