McKenzie - Pea, Edible Podded Snow Seeds

Enjoy the sweet and tender taste of our Pea, Edible Podded Snow Seeds.

With crisp, edible pods, you'll love the convenience of eating straight from the plant. This Snow Pea is a mainstay of many popular stir-fried dishes. Succulent flavor with good texture.  Pick when peas are flat and tender at about 8 cm (3") long. These peas also make for a delicious addition to salads.

• Plant Type: Vegetable
• Plant Lifecycle: Annual (plant every year)
• Seed Type: Heirloom
• Fill Weight (grams): 13 g
• Approximate Seed Count: 40-50
• Characteristics: Snow type
• Planting Method: Direct Sow
• Colour: Green
• Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2 in.) per week
• Landscape Use: Edible Garden
• Companion Planting:

  Plant near alyssum, carrots, chives, corn, lettuce, mint, radish, spinach, turnip. Chives have the ability to repel aphids. Mint not only enhances both the taste and health benefits of dishes, but also improves flavor. Alyssum serves as an attractant for pollinators and promotes the presence of green lacewings, which are natural predators of aphids. Avoid planting peas in close proximity to garlic and onions as they can impede the growth of peas.

• Flavour: Succulent flavor, tender and crispy
• Preparation Ideas: Delicious fresh out of the garden. Add pod and all to stir-fries, salads, and veggie platters.