Pea, Shelling ‘Princess’ (Pisum sativum)

Peas are cool season crops and best sown from May (or April in mild coastal regions). ‘Princess’ is a new dwarf shelling pea which carries large straight pods some 10cm long. Peas are sweet and full of flavour. Not for Tasmania.

When to sow: from April in mild coastal areas, May to September elsewhere
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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