Snow Pea 'Sugar Magnolia' (Pisum sativum) – Offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol
The Sugar Snap Pea 'Sugar Magnolia' is a unique and colourful variety , producing beautiful purple pods , perfect for brightening up the garden and the plate. Developed by Peace Seeds , it offers a mild flavour and is slightly less sweet than 'Opal Creek' or 'Sugar Snap' , while still being a crunchy and tasty treat . It is a very productive plant, growing on vigorous climbers , which require a trellis or sturdy support . When harvested, its pods contrast beautifully with its lush green foliage and bi-coloured purple and pink flowers , making this variety as decorative as it is delicious.
Type : Purple-podded snow peas
Plant habit : Climbing, requires a trellis
Spread : 30 to 40 cm
Plant height : Up to 2 m (6-7 ft)
Quantity per pack : 40 seeds
Maturity : Approximately 65 to 70 days
Companion plants : Carrot, lettuce, radish, spinach, bean
Enemy plants : Onion, garlic, pepper
Cultivation method
Sugar pea 'Sugar Magnolia' is easy to grow in full sun or partial shade , in light, well-drained soil enriched with compost . It is sown directly in the open ground as soon as the soil can be worked in spring , 4 to 6 weeks before the last frost , as it tolerates cold well. Sow the seeds 2-3 cm deep , in rows 40 cm apart, and install a strong trellis as soon as growth begins, as its long stems can reach up to 2 m in height . Regular watering is essential, especially during the flowering and pod formation period, but be careful not to soak the soil to avoid root rot. Harvest begins in 65 to 70 days , when the pods are well formed and still tender and crisp . To prolong production, pick them regularly.
Use and benefits
The pods of the 'Sugar Magnolia' snow pea are as beautiful as they are delicious! They retain their purple color when raw , but turn green when cooked . They are ideal for eating fresh as a snack, adding to salads, stir-frying or lightly blanching to preserve their crunchy texture . In addition to being delicious, they are rich in fiber, vitamins A and C and plant protein , making them a healthy and nutritious food.
With its climbing habit, colorful pods and ornamental flowers , the 'Sugar Magnolia' snow pea is a perfect choice to add a touch of fantasy and deliciousness to the vegetable garden.
