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Peas requires well-drained soil, moderate water, and full sun to partial shade. They thrive in temperatures ranging from 55°F to 65°F. Common challenges include pests like aphids and fungal diseases. During spring, peas should be sown early as they prefer cooler growing conditions. In summer, mulching helps retain soil moisture. Autumn care is minimal, while winter requires protection from frost or planting in a greenhouse if temperatures drop significantly.
Watering Frequency
Twice per week
Sunlight
Full sun
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How to Water Peas?
Watering Frequency: Twice per week
Thriving in moist conditions, peas has adapted to regular hydration cycles akin to its origins. This species exhibits a preference for consistent moisture without being waterlogged. Watering should occur twice a week to maintain optimal soil moisture levels. As an herb that is more commonly grown outdoors, peas benefits significantly from rainwater during its growing season, which naturally supplements irrigation and enhances growth.
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Peas?
Ideal Lighting: Full sun
Peas thrive in full sun with at least 6-8 hours of direct light daily, enhancing pod production. Avoid low light conditions which lead to weak growth and fewer pods. Intense midday sun in hot climates may necessitate light afternoon shade. Rotate crops annually to prevent soil depletion and disease accumulation. For indoor growing, use bright grow lights mimicking natural spectrum for 14-16 hours per day. Regularly monitor plants to prevent light burn and adjust as needed.
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How to Propagate Peas?
Primarily, peas are propagated by sowing seeds directly in the ground or starting them indoors. For success, consider factors like optimal soil temperatures (45-75°F), well-drained soils, and ample sunlight. While peas don't usually root from cuttings, attention to planting depth and spacing is crucial, as overcrowding impedes growth. Propagation is relatively straightforward, making it suitable for beginners. To propagate peas: 1) Choose a sunny site with fertile, well-draining soil; 2) Plant seeds 1 inch deep, spaced 2-3 inches apart in rows; 3) Water consistently, maintaining soil moisture; 4) Support climbing varieties with trellises. Challenges include pests and root rot in overly moist conditions.
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Attributes of Peas
Sunlight
Full sun
Tolerance Lighting
Partial sun
Ideal Temperature
20 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Peas
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Types of Peas
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Pea 'Oregon Sugar Pod'
Pea 'Oregon Sugar Pod' is a vigorous snow pea that is resistant to pea virus. This plant offers stout, stringless, sweet pods with crunchy peas. It can grow low to the ground or climb with tendrils. It was developed by Dr. James Baggett, and named after the University where the research took place.
Pea 'Sugar Snap'
Pea 'Sugar Snap' is a cool-climate, frost-hardy plant with an early to mid-season maturing time, offering a longer harvesting period. It is a cultivar of Pisum sativum, the garden pea, and was developed by Calvin Lamborn in the 1960s. They are named for their sweet taste. Easy to grow, they make a great addition to home vegetable gardens.
Pea 'Hurst Green Shaft'
This cultivar is wrinkle-seeded. The pea 'Hurst Green Shaft' was created for its sweet flavor and its reliable and productive capabilities. It is resistant to fusarium wilt and downy mildew.
Pea 'Cascadia'
Pea 'Cascadia' is a robust, climbing annual with durable tendrils, typically reaching heights conducive to easy harvesting. It boasts vibrant green, succulent pods known for their sweet peas, a favorite amongst garden vegetables. Flourishing in cooler climates, its growth is optimized by staking, which facilitates sunlight exposure and air circulation, evident in its bountiful yields.
Garden pea
The garden pea (Pisum sativum) is an annual vegetable that makes a hardy, cold weather crop. Also known as the green pea or garden pea, it grows from 30 to 46 cm tall. Peapods form after the first year, and both peas and pods are edible and can be eaten cooked or raw. Excellent in stir-fry, tender tips, called pea shoots, are also edible.
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Peas requires well-drained soil, moderate water, and full sun to partial shade. They thrive in temperatures ranging from 55°F to 65°F. Common challenges include pests like aphids and fungal diseases. During spring, peas should be sown early as they prefer cooler growing conditions. In summer, mulching helps retain soil moisture. Autumn care is minimal, while winter requires protection from frost or planting in a greenhouse if temperatures drop significantly.
Watering Frequency
Twice per week
Sunlight
Full sun
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How to Water Peas?
Watering Frequency: Twice per week
Thriving in moist conditions, peas has adapted to regular hydration cycles akin to its origins. This species exhibits a preference for consistent moisture without being waterlogged. Watering should occur twice a week to maintain optimal soil moisture levels. As an herb that is more commonly grown outdoors, peas benefits significantly from rainwater during its growing season, which naturally supplements irrigation and enhances growth.
What Are the Sunlight Requirements for Peas?
Ideal Lighting: Full sun
Peas thrive in full sun with at least 6-8 hours of direct light daily, enhancing pod production. Avoid low light conditions which lead to weak growth and fewer pods. Intense midday sun in hot climates may necessitate light afternoon shade. Rotate crops annually to prevent soil depletion and disease accumulation. For indoor growing, use bright grow lights mimicking natural spectrum for 14-16 hours per day. Regularly monitor plants to prevent light burn and adjust as needed.
Advanced Care Guide
Feedback
How to Propagate Peas?
Primarily, peas are propagated by sowing seeds directly in the ground or starting them indoors. For success, consider factors like optimal soil temperatures (45-75°F), well-drained soils, and ample sunlight. While peas don't usually root from cuttings, attention to planting depth and spacing is crucial, as overcrowding impedes growth. Propagation is relatively straightforward, making it suitable for beginners. To propagate peas: 1) Choose a sunny site with fertile, well-draining soil; 2) Plant seeds 1 inch deep, spaced 2-3 inches apart in rows; 3) Water consistently, maintaining soil moisture; 4) Support climbing varieties with trellises. Challenges include pests and root rot in overly moist conditions.
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Attributes of Peas
Sunlight
Full sun
Tolerance Lighting
Partial sun
Ideal Temperature
20 - 35 ℃
Scientific Classification of Peas
Types of Peas
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Pea 'Oregon Sugar Pod'
Pea 'Oregon Sugar Pod' is a vigorous snow pea that is resistant to pea virus. This plant offers stout, stringless, sweet pods with crunchy peas. It can grow low to the ground or climb with tendrils. It was developed by Dr. James Baggett, and named after the University where the research took place.
Pea 'Sugar Snap'
Pea 'Sugar Snap' is a cool-climate, frost-hardy plant with an early to mid-season maturing time, offering a longer harvesting period. It is a cultivar of Pisum sativum, the garden pea, and was developed by Calvin Lamborn in the 1960s. They are named for their sweet taste. Easy to grow, they make a great addition to home vegetable gardens.
Pea 'Hurst Green Shaft'
This cultivar is wrinkle-seeded. The pea 'Hurst Green Shaft' was created for its sweet flavor and its reliable and productive capabilities. It is resistant to fusarium wilt and downy mildew.
Pea 'Cascadia'
Pea 'Cascadia' is a robust, climbing annual with durable tendrils, typically reaching heights conducive to easy harvesting. It boasts vibrant green, succulent pods known for their sweet peas, a favorite amongst garden vegetables. Flourishing in cooler climates, its growth is optimized by staking, which facilitates sunlight exposure and air circulation, evident in its bountiful yields.
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