Snow peas share growing habits with the other varieties of edible pea, and are available in both bush and vining cultivars. At my house, I plant a long line of the vining, or pole, variety down a makeshift eight-foot fence as early as the soil can be worked in the spring.
Are snow peas bush or vine?
Snow peas grow on delicate and thin green vines with ovular leaves growing up and away from the vine. Depending on the variety, they can reach 5-8 feet in height and produce flowers in an array of colors, which if pollinated turn into seed pods 2 inches long.
Are peas pole or bush?
Peas come in two heights: bush peas and climbing peas. All benefit from some kind of support. Though bush peas are only 2 to 3 feet tall, they will flop on the ground if you don’t give them something to climb on. Climbing peas may reach 6 to 8 feet tall and they need a sturdy trellis.
Do you need a trellis for snow peas?
Most varieties of snow peas need a trellis for the vines to climb on. This doesn’t have to be fancy; you can use sticks and twine or even let them grow up a tomato cage. You can grow snow peas in containers.
How tall do bush snow peas grow?
18-30 inches
Quick Reference Growing Guide
| Plant Type: | Annual vegetable | Tolerance: |
|---|---|---|
| Height: | 18-30 inches (bush), 2-7 feet (vines) | Family: |
| Spread: | 2-8 inches | Genus: |
| Water Needs: | Moderate | Species: |
| Maintenance: | Low | Variety: |
How long do snow pea plants live?
The plants will typically start to produce 2 months after sowing and they can be harvested for a period of 4 to 6 weeks before the plant dies back.
Which peas are bush peas?
Snow peas.
The two most widely sold varieties, ‘Oregon Giant’ and ‘Oregon Sugar Pod II’, are bush types.
What peas grow in a bush?
Bush peas are a lower growing variety of peas. They are cared for in the same way as pole peas, but you don’t have to have a support for them. Well, not as tall of a support at least.
What is the best trellis for peas?
Chicken Wire A-Frame
This construction allows flexibility of width in the garden and flat winter storage. Unruly chicken wire is contained when attached to the frame, and the trellis can be used for years to come. This is a good trellis for peas, shorter beans, and vining flowers.
Do snow peas need to be trimmed?
It’s important to trim off the stems of snow peas because the stems will be tough. The stem end will have a small cap on the end, perhaps with a short stem attached. Leave the other end (the end with a slight curl to it) intact for now. You’ll need it to help you remove the “string.”
What happens if you dont trellis peas?
Growing Peas Without a Trellis
If the vines tip over, they can easily break their stem causing them to wither and die or lay on the ground where mould and fungi thrive and rodents can easily reach the peas.
Can snow peas grow in pots?
Snow peas and Yates ‘Earlicrop Massey’ are ideal for growing in containers in small space areas or balconies. Snow peas require a trellis, while dwarf ‘Earlicrop Massey’ can grow without support.
How tall should trellis be for peas?
The height of your trellis will depend on the size of pea you are growing. Snow peas don’t grow very tall, so the trellis can be 4–5 feet tall, but most regular peas will need a 6–8 foot tall trellis.
How often do you water snow peas?
Water thoroughly after planting and weekly thereafter.
Right after planting, water the seeds well to help them settle into the soil. Because peas are prone to rot, don’t water them again for another 10 days, until they germinate. After 10 days, water the peas deeply once a week until they start to flower.
What is the best way to support peas?
Most peas, apart from dwarf cultivars, need supports to scramble up. For taller varieties, trellis, bamboo canes and netting are ideal, while smaller varieties can be supported with pea netting or pea sticks (twiggy branches).
What is the best time to plant snow peas?
Before planting snow peas, be sure temperatures are at least 45 F. (7 C.) and that all chance of frost for your area has passed.
Can snow peas survive frost?
Before planting snow peas, you need to be sure the temperature will not be lower than 45 degrees F. and that all chance of frost for the area is gone. Although they can survive frost, you still don’t want them to have to survive it. Your soil should be ready for planting snow peas.
What to plant after snow peas?
The most popular vegetable to plant after peas is cucumbers, which often can be trained up the same trellis used by the peas. Indeed, members of the squash family quickly make themselves at home in pea soil, and the same is true of root crops like carrots and parsnips.
How many peas do you get from one plant?
Planting a vegetable garden for a family
| Crop (number of plants per ft. of row) | Number of plants per person |
|---|---|
| Onion (4 sets/ft. of row) | 12-20 sets |
| Peas (6 plants/ft. of row) | 15-20 plants |
| Pepper (1 plant/ft. of row) | 3-5 plants |
| Potato (1 plant/ft. of row) | 10 plants |
Do snow peas need fertilizer?
Fertilising your plants
Your snow peas should not need any extra fertilizer but if they are not looking their best around podding time, give them some organic fertilizer.
How deep do snow pea roots grow?
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| Shallow Rooting (12 to 18 Inches) | Medium Rooting (18 to 24 Inches) | Deep Rooting (24 to 36+ Inches) |
|---|---|---|
| Cilantro | Peas (shelling) | Tomatoes |
| Collard greens | Peas (snap) | Watermelons |
| Corn | Peas (snow) | |
| Endive | Peppers (hot) |