Fruits

Pea plants are tolerant of partial shade, but they do best in full sun. Planting them in full shade will likely result in slow germination… Read More »Can Peas Grow In The Dark?

Root rots are an important yield-limiting factor in lentil and pea production. The primary causal agents of root rot of peas and lentils are the… Read More »What Causes Root Rot In Peas?

Soak them overnight in warm water. This will expedite the germination process. Each pea variety is in its own plastic container filled half full with… Read More »How Long Do Peas Need To Soak?

Sprouting your own seeds in a container of water is a good way to bring nutritious greens to your table. You don’t need soil for… Read More »Will Peas Sprout In Water?

While peas do like moist soil, they don’t like wet soil as they are susceptible to root rot. Water about a half inch per week… Read More »Do Peas Like To Be Wet?

Peas are not suited to the hot tropics, except in cooler highland areas. However, snow peas are more heat-tolerant and can be sown late March… Read More »Can You Grow Peas In The Tropics?

These plants need full sun and soil that drains well. They need less fertilizing than many other vegetables, so adding a little compost to the… Read More »How Do You Take Care Of Peas?

It had the best germination in a test I did years ago. This heat-tolerant variety produces pods on side shoots until June. The peas and… Read More »Are Snap Peas Heat Tolerant?

Peas grow best in soil with a pH between 6 and 7.5. Use well-rotted manure or compost at planting. Continuous use of high phosphorus fertilizer… Read More »What Kind Of Soil Do Peas Like?

Being in a shaded spot will lengthen the growing season for peas and beans! These veggies can do well with about 4-5 hours of sun… Read More »Do Peas Prefer Shade?