Pea, Shelling ‘Novella’ (Pisum sativum)
Peas are cool season crops and best sown from May (or April in mild coastal regions). Novella is a unique leafless shelling pea. It can be grown with no support as it has a mass of tendrils instead of leaves. 70 days to first pick.
When to sow: April to September
Where to sow: Sow seed 3 to 4cm apart in 10cm wide drills
Depth to sow: 2cm
Aspect: Full sun or as sunny a spot as possible.
Soil: Prepared, well drained, fertilised soil. Add lime if soil is too acid.
Spacing: Between plants: 4cm Between rows: 40cm
Directions: Peas are a cool season crop which should be planted from June to September. Later plantings should be of powdery mildew resistant varieties such as this one. Plant seeds 2cm deep in a 10cm wide band.
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