British Wonder Pea
Pisum sativum | SKU: 1176A
Historic Variety
$2.25 to $7.95
- Organic
- Good yield and flavor
- Vines grow to 3 feet
- Shelling pea
- 50-55 days
- ±2,000 seeds/lb
Item Details
A large-podded dwarf pea of good quality and yield. Introduced in England by Taber and Cullen circa 1890; W. Atlee Burpee introduced it in America in 1904. Probably a selection from American Wonder. Short vines grow 3' tall and require trellising. Shell, 50-55 days. ±2,000 seeds/lb.
Learn to Grow British Wonder Pea
Direct Seed: 2-3" Apart
Seed Depth: 1/2-1"
Rows Apart: 24"
Support: Trellis
Instructions - Peas thrive in cool weather. Sow seeds outdoors as soon as soil can be worked in spring. Seeds will germinate in 7-14 days. Double rows of peas can be planted on each side of a trellis.
Ratings & Reviews
1 review
Good producer in patio pots
by CHRIS
Fabulous, but vines were a LOT taller than I was prepared for. The little kids in the neighborhood ate them raw, shell and all, and begged for more.