Pea

About Shelling Peas Garden peas for shelling have parchment-like pods that are too stringy to eat. That’s why they are best shelled. (But you can… Read More »Are You Supposed To Shell Peas?

The term ‘shelling peas’ refers to varieties of pea that require the pea to be removed from the pod or shell prior to use. Though… Read More »What Does It Mean To Shell Peas?

They are perfectly safe. Even when fully developed and you have shelled out the peas you can make excellent soup from the pods. How do… Read More »Are Pea Pods Safe To Eat?

Young pea plants can survive light frosts, and will grow at any temperature above 40°F. Good growing temperatures are between 55°F and 65°F. How cold… Read More »What Temperature Can Sugar Snap Peas Tolerate?

Unlike with garden peas, the pods on sugar snap peas can be eaten. Don’t worry about removing the round peas inside. The pods on sugar… Read More »Can You Leave Sugar Snap Peas Out?

Blanch shelled peas or snow peas in boiling water for a couple of minutes; cool, then fold into a potato, rice, quinoa or pasta salad.… Read More »What Are The Healthiest Way To Eat Peas?

What are snow pea tips? You may find them in your local Asian grocery store as snow pea leaves, snow pea tips, or Chinese pea… Read More »What Are Snow Pea Tips?

Feed your sweet pea plants every couple of weeks after the first month in the ground, especially important if the soil is not very fertile.… Read More »Should You Feed Sweet Pea Seedlings?

Pinching out sweet peas is not required, but many gardeners choose to do so in order to keep sweet peas short and bushy. Others choose… Read More »Should Pea Plants Be Pinched?

Germinating pea seeds do not need light to complete the first stage of their growth, all of which takes place below the soil. A small… Read More »Do Peas Need Light To Germinate?