Pea

SpeciesLathyrus oleraceus

Also called pea plant, peas, Pisum sativum

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Pea
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Fact sheet

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Typeannual

“peas are annual vegetable plants” — 17 Best Companion Plants for Garden Peas (and Those to Avoid)

Days to germination6–10 days

from Bean · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F, with germination time ranging from 6 to 10 days, depending on the temperature” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Days to maturity60–70 days

“Pea plants typically take 60 to 70 days to grow from seed to harvest.” — How Long Do Pea Plants Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

Germination temperature60–80 °F

from Bean · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Lightfull sun, part shade

“although they're not too particular, it is best to avoid heavy clay soil” — 17 Best Companion Plants for Garden Peas (and Those to Avoid)

WaterKeep consistently moist but not waterlogged

“Soil moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged” — How Long Do Pea Plants Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

Soil pH5.8–6.6

from Bean · “The optimal soil pH for growth is between 5.8 and 6.6” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Spacing6–8 in

from Bean · “Bush types are seeded 2 - 4 inches in the row” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Height42–54 in

from Bean · “Bush beans grow into compact plants about 1 to 2 feet tall” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Propagationseed

from Bean · “Looking to get started by growing your own bean seed?” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Ready whenPods should be bright green and firm

“Signs of readiness: Pods should be bright green and firm” — How Long Do Pea Plants Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

Edible partspeas

“Harvesting occurs when pods are plump and peas are fully formed” — How Long Do Pea Plants Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

Keep away fromonion family

“Plants in the allium (onion and garlic) family are not good partners for peas” — 17 Best Companion Plants for Garden Peas (and Those to Avoid)

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