Tippl

created by Elisabeth* at 02.05.2023

Season Overview

Sowing

Harvest

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Description

The pea is a herbaceous, climbing, annual legume. Peas are divided into three groups: pal or shelling peas, marrowfat peas and sugar peas. Pal peas are suitable for drying and storing as they contain more starch than marrowfat and sugar snap peas. Marrowfat peas are only eaten fresh. Sugar snap peas have a softer pod. This means that the entire pod can be eaten when young. As peas belong to the legume family, they can form a symbiotic relationship with nitrogen-fixing bacteria and are therefore a good pre-crop for crops that require nutrients.

Non hybrid

Not frost resistant

Growing tips

The sowing time differs depending on the variety. In general, early sowing is preferable, as diseases can occur more frequently with later sowing. Pre-cultivation approx. 2 weeks before the planting date is also possible, but not absolutely necessary. Peas need a climbing aid, trellises are best suited for this. They are also well suited as a pre-crop, as they are harvested early. You should take a cultivation break of 3-5 years with nightshade plants and other legumes.