DESCRIPTION
Growing Mammoth Melting Sugar Snow Pea Vegetable Garden Seeds
Mammoth Melting Sugar Snow Pea Growth Habits:
Plant Mammoth Melting Sugar Snow Peas in 1 inch of soil. Make sure you have a sturdy support system for these peas because they really need them. Plant in early spring because this variety does not do well in colder temperatures. Plant again in August for a fall harvest. Pods are huge and can be harvested when they are between 4-5 inches long.
Various Uses for Mammoth Melting Sugar Snow Pea:
Mammoth Melting Sugar Snow peas are a great variety for freezing, and this makes them enjoyable year-round. Put in your stir-fries with other spring vegetables for a light and dinner best served over rice. Toss into some fresh pasta with some parmesan sprinkled over the top.
Mammoth Melting Sugar Snow Pea Benefits:
Sugar Snow Peas are low in calories, but rich in nutrition. This variety is high in fiber, and can make you feel more full. This makes it a great diet food. In the garden plant Mammoth Melting Sugar Snow Peas next to turnips, strawberries, cucumbers, and peppers.
Additional Information:
Mammoth Melting Sugar Snow Peas are a great variety for freezing.
Seeds Per Package:
- 25 g packet - Approximately 106 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 480 Seeds
- 1 lb - Approximately 1,920 Seeds
- 5 lb - Approximately 9,600 Seeds
- 25 lb - Approximately 48,000 Seeds
ATTRIBUTES
Basic Info
Latin Name: |
Pisum sativum |
Other Names: |
Melting Sugar Snow Pea |
Color: |
Green |
Flavor: |
Tender, sweet |
Growing Info
Days to Maturity: |
68 days |
Hardiness Zone: |
3-9 |
Planting Depth: |
1 Inch |
Plant Spacing: |
2-3 Inches |
Row Spacing: |
2 Inches |
Growth Habit: |
Vine |
Soil Preference: |
Moist, well-draining |
Temp Preference: |
50-70° |
Light Preference: |
Full sun |
Other
Pests/diseases: |
Fungus, pea moth |