The Little Veggie Patch Co - Snow Pea 'Oregon' Heirloom Seeds

Very large, sweet pods, that grow up to 10cms in length. Growing to approximately 1.5m in height it will need a trellis to grow. Powdery mildew resistance makes it a good variety for both autumn and spring planting. Its sweet, crunchy pods make them difficult to resist; great garden snackage. 

When to Plant

• Zone 1: March - May + October - December
• Zone 2: March - June + September - November
• Zone 3: April - September
• Zone 4: April - May

Soil Prepare your soil with chicken manure prior to planting and ensure you soil is well draining. Will also benefit through an application of lime as part of the preparation. Allow the ingredients to settle for a week before planting. 

Soil pH Level 6.5-7.5

Position  Full sun, up against a fence so allow you to trellis and use your space wisely. Plant where you have previously grown or are intending on growing tomatoes, eggplants or capsicum.

How to Plant  Sow directly to your patch at a depth 2-3 times the diameter of the seed. It is easiest if you use a chop stick or pencil to form holes 2-3cm deep and then place two to three seeds in each hole, cover over, pat down and water in.

Spacing 5-10cms

Depth 2-3cm

Companion Plants  Beetroot, potato

Approximate no. of seeds  10-15