QUESTION: Do peas need full sun to grow? I have quite a bit of shade in my growing area and want to make sure they will have enough sunlight. -Frankie T. … [Read more...]
Do peas need to climb?
QUESTION: Do peas need to climb? Should I build a trellis? -Carla W. … [Read more...]
Why aren’t my peas flowering?
QUESTION: Why aren’t my peas flowering? What can I do to encourage pea plants to flower? -Patty R. … [Read more...]
Health Benefits of Peas
Peas are part of the legume family. Grown in pods, peas are packed with nutrition. There are basically three types: garden peas, snow peas, and snap peas. The first variety are green (garden) peas or Pisum sativum, whose pods are more fibrous and often not eaten. Their pods … [Read more...]
How to Grow Peas
Peas are a member of the legume family and are a highly popular, cool season vegetable enjoyed by people around the world. Garden peas are high in fiber, protein and a good source of iron. Snow and sugar snap peas are a good source of vitamin C and iron. Peas are generally easy … [Read more...]