Probably the most popular variety of climbing pea. It produces well-filled pods with beautiful sweet flavour. A tall variety which needs support, the pods can be picked over a long period. Hardy annual.

How to Sow Seeds

Method: Fill in with soil and gently firm down.Best sown into dark/damp soil where further water is not required until seedlings emerge.
Depth: Prepare flat trenches 15cm (6in) wide and 5cm (2in) deep.
Spacing: Where more than one row of peas is required allow 1m (3ft) between rows.
Growing notes: Pair seeds in a zig-zag fashion along the middle of the trench allowing 7.5cm (3in) between seeds. Protect from birds with netting or by any other means, particularly during early growth. Train young seedlings up to trellis or support.Keep well watered and mulch to assist with water retention. Further fertilising is not required as legumes produce their own nitrogen.

Growing Needs

Water: Train young seedlings up to trellis or support.Keep well watered and mulch to assist with water retention
Support: A tall variety which needs support, the pods can be picked over a long period

Plant Characteristics

Plant type: Hardy annual
Growth habit: Climbing