Peas - Shell Peas - Alaska

Alaska Shell Peas are the earliest of all the shell peas. These light green 26 to 36" plants produce 3" round straight green pods with 5 to 8 smooth-skinned peas. Alaska Shell Peas grow well in cool soils and have heavy yields for early first peas. This is an heirloom pea that dates back to 1880. Peas are a cool weather crop with heaviest yield during early summer. Plant in the spring when soil temp has reached at least 40 degrees F. Shell peas prefer a well-drained neutral pH soil with plenty of available potassium. Provide some support such as wire or string fences. Sow 12 seeds per foot, 1 ½ inches deep in rows 10 to 12 inches apart. Crops can be planted 2 to 3 times at 10 day intervals. (Resists FW). . ... find out more