Organic 'Golden Sweet' snow peas ( Pisum sativum ) from Gaia seed company, a unique and ornamental variety
The 'Golden Sweet' Snow Pea is a rare heirloom variety , prized for its bright yellow pods and high productivity . Its 3-inch (7-8 cm) pods are distinguished by their bright color and sweet, crisp flavor . This vigorous vine, which can reach 6 feet (180 cm) in height , sports beautiful bi-colored flowers , adding an ornamental touch to the garden. Perfect for a continuous harvest , it can be eaten whole as a snow pea or shelled like a pea .
Did you know?
The 'Golden Sweet' pea is native to India , where it is grown for its taste and decorative qualities. In addition to being delicious, it helps enrich the soil with nitrogen , thus improving the health of nearby crops.
Spread: Climbing and vigorous habit
Plant height: 150 to 180 cm
Quantity per pack: ± 100 seeds
Companion plants: Beans, carrot, corn, cucumber, eggplant, peppers, radish, spinach, tomato, turnip, mint
Enemy plants: Alliums (garlic, onion, shallot, leek)
Cultivation method
Direct sowing is recommended as soon as the soil can be worked in spring. Soak seeds in warm water for 8 hours before sowing to encourage germination , but do not exceed this time. Sow 2.5 cm (1") deep , spacing plants 15 cm (6") apart and rows 30-45 cm (12-18") apart . Install a trellis or support to allow climbing vines to fully develop. For a fall harvest , sow in late summer .
Harvesting and storage
Harvest immature pods , while they are still flat , before the seeds begin to develop. Pick every two days to prevent the pods from becoming too thick and fibrous. Store them at 1-2°C , where they will keep for about a week .
Ideas for use in the garden and kitchen
- Combine it with companion vegetables to improve biodiversity and soil health.
- Add it fresh to salads for a crunchy and colorful touch.
- Sautéed in a pan with garlic and ginger , it reveals all its sweetness.
- Grow it on a trellis to optimize space and make harvesting easier.
With its golden pods , decorative flowers and excellent productivity , the 'Golden Sweet' snow pea is a jewel of the vegetable garden , as beautiful as it is tasty!