West Coast Seeds Sugar Ann Snap Pea Seeds
These extra early, incredibly sweet snap peas grow on short, 60cm (24") vines that don't need trellising. This award winner is an excellent choice for smaller gardens. The bushy plants produce crisp, tasty, 6cm (2 1/2") pods, and are resistant to enation and powdery mildew. 56 days, OP.
Approx. 95 seeds
Timing: Peas prefer cool weather. They can be planted in spring as early as the soil can be worked. Put a cloche over early plantings to warm and dry to soil. After April 1st, sow only Pea Enation-resistant varieties in areas where aphids carry this virus. try planting again in mid- to later summer for a fall harvest crop.
Seeding: Sow thickly with several seeds per 5cm (2"). Aim for a plant every 2-7cm (1-3") in rows set at least 30 cm (12") apart. Or broadcast on raised beds at about 500g (1lb) per 10m2 (100sq ft). In early plantings, seed should be 2cm (1") deep. After April 15th, plant seeds 5cm (2") deep. Pre-soaking seeds is not advised for wet soils.
Growing: Use well-drained soil amended with finished compost. Add 2 cups of rock phosphate or bonemeal for every 3m (10') of row.
Seed Specs: Canda No. 1 germination standard: 75%. Usual seed life: 2 years.