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Features
Family
Fabaceae
Native
Western Asia, Europe, and North Africa
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Frost Tolerant
About Pea Shoots Baby Greens Seeds
Pisum sativum
Young, tender leaves and tendrils harvested at 3"–4" tall. Almost any type of garden pea can be grown for its young shoots. According to Japanese research, raw pea shoots contain high amounts of vitamins A, C, E, K, and B-6. In addition, they add fiber and contain carotenes, pigments that are high in antioxidants which have a role in protecting cells from damage. Researchers are also studying the phytochemicals found in pea shoots and think they may have a role in preventing cancer.
Planting Baby Greens
Plant Spacing
1"
Light Required
Full sun to part shade
Plant Height
Short (Under 12")
Planting Depth
½"
Coverage & Planting Details
| Coverage | This packet sows up to 1 1/2 10"x20" flats. |
|---|---|
| Seed Depth | ½" |
| Seed Spacing | 1" |
| Thinning | Not required. |
| Germination | 5–10 days |
| Start Indoors | RECOMMENDED. Sow indoors any time of year, with indoor temperatures 60°–75°F. Successive Sowings: Every 2 weeks for a continual supply. |
| Direct Sow | 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 40°F, ideally 60°–80°F. Successive Sowings: Every 2 weeks until 2 weeks before the first fall frost. |
| Growing & Harvesting | When seedlings emerge, the first pair of leaves to show are the cotyledons, which can look very different from the leaves that follow, called "true" leaves. Pea for Shoots baby greens are ready to harvest 10 to 20 days after sowing, when they have true leaves, at 2"–4". Slow growers, or cool growing temperatures may require more time. Harvest by cutting just above the soil line. For more than one harvest (up to 3 before flavor declines) leave about 1/2" of leafy growth on the small plants so they can regenerate. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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