Mr. Big Pea Seed

Why Grow Mr. Big Pea? Big Pods, Big Harvests Mr. Big Pea is an outstanding shelling pea variety bred for maximum productivity and easy harvesting. The vigorous vines grow just 25–30 inches tall, making them easy to manage while producing abundant crops of impressive 5-inch pods. Each pod is packed with 8–10 large, plump peas, giving you more harvest with every pick. Easy to Shell and Full of Sweet Flavor Mr. Big Pea is one of our favorite varieties to grow because they consistently deliver heavy yields of large, flavorful peas that are incredibly easy to shell. The oversized pods make harvesting quick and efficient, whether you're growing a small backyard patch or a larger row for preserving. Perfect for fresh eating, cooking, or freezing, Mr. Big is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a productive, dependable pea that lives up to its name. Mr. Big Pea Growing Tips • When to Plant English Peas English peas, also known as sweet peas, are a "cool season" vegetable that prefer temperatures below 80°F. They should be planted in the fall months or the late winter months when temperatures are mild and not extremely warm. When temperatures climb above 80°F, the plants will begin to experience stress. Sweet peas should be directly sewn in the garden at a planting depth of approximately 1/2" deep. Sweet peas can be planted very thick. Place seeds 2-3" apart along the row or bed you're planting. Because sweet peas produce tendrils and like to climb, make sure to provide them a trellis structure for best results. To learn how to make a simple pea trellis, watch this video. • How to Fertilize English Peas Because they are a legume, peas will "fix" their own nitrogen as they grow. This complex process involves the plants capturing atmospheric nitrogen and essentially adding it to the soil. As a result, peas don't require much fertilization. When growing them in very poor soil, it's not a bad idea to apply some pre-plant fertilizer to the soil. Sprinkle a little Coop Gro organic fertilizer along the planting furrow prior to planting. Besides that, peas shouldn't need any additional fertilization as they grow. • Harvesting English Peas English peas should be harvested when the pods begin to get plump. Wait until the peas inside the pods are so large that the pods are almost bursting. Not all pods will be ready to harvest at the same time. Start checking the pods a few weeks after they form to see how the peas inside are looking. English pea plants can usually be harvested at least 2-3 times before the plants start looking rough. Once harvested, keep the pods in a cool dry place and try to shell them within a couple days of harvesting. The shelled peas can be stored in a bag in the fridge for 1-2 weeks until you're ready to cook or preserve them.