Item Tag: Austrian Winter Pea

Austrian Winter Pea or “Field Pea” is a low-growing, cool season, viney legume that supplies a protein rich and delicious food source all winter long. Austrian winter pea greens taste sweet and delicious, almost identical to sugar snap peas, but with a soft, lettuce-like texture. Pea flowers are in pink, purple, and white. Sow by early early fall for plants that will over winter and put on lush growth in early spring. Delicious for microgreens, stir-fry preparations, or snacking in the garden! We ship in 1 business day. Shipped with USPS First Class Mail. Plant Name: Pea, Austrian Winter Latin Name: Pisum sativum subsp. arvense Days to Germinate: 3-10 Days to Harvest: 60 Germination Rate: 85% Test Date: 10/23 Growth Habit: Vine USDA Zones: 3-12 Lifespan: Annual Brand: TomorrowSeeds Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade GMO: No Pollination: Heirloom, Open-Pollinated Fungicide-Treated Seeds:*: No Seeds Packed For**: 2024 *Fungicide-treated seeds protect the seedlings from diseases until they are up and growing. Do not eat treated seeds. **Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates. Planting Instructions: Soil Preparation: Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Till the soil 8-10 inches deep and rake several times to break up large clods. It is best to do this when the soil is dry enough to not stick to garden tools. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. Planting: In the Spring, sow after all danger of frost has passed in loose, fertile, moist, well-draining soil in full sun when soil temperature is greater than 50F. In the Fall, plant 8-10 weeks before the first expected frost. Plant pea seeds 1 inch deep and 1 to 3 inches apart in the rows that are 2½ to 3 feet apart. Set a trellis or fence about 3-4 feet in height for the climbing tendrils. Planting in moist soil is best for seeds to germinate and emerge quickly. Planting Depth: 1 inch Within-Row Spacing: 3 inches Between-Row Spacing: 2 1/2-3 feet Care During the Season: Watering: Water the plants about once a week in dry weather. Try not to let the soil dry out while the peas are blooming or the blooms will drop and yields will be decreased. Weeding: The roots of beans grow near the soil surface. When hoeing and pulling weeds, try not to dig too deep to prevent the plant’s roots from damage. Fertilizing: As the plants begin to flower, you may optionally apply fertilizer by scattering between the rows about 1/2 cup of fertilizer for every 10 feet of row. Water the plants after fertilizing. Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Before using a pesticide, read the label and always follow cautions, warnings and directions. Diseases: Diseases may be a possibility during cool, wet weather. If spots appear on leaves or bean pods, treat the plant with an approved fungicide. Neem oil, sulfur, and other fungicides may be used. Harvesting: Pick young pods when they are full length, pods are plump, and a healthy green color. Peas left to mature too long on the vine can be fibrous or stringy. Nutrition Facts: Green Pea, Amount Per 1 cup (145 g) Calories 118 % Daily Value* Total Fat 0.6 g 0% Saturated fat 0.1 g 0% Polyunsaturated fat 0.3 g Monounsaturated fat 0.1 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0% Sodium 7 mg 0% Potassium 354 mg 10% Total Carbohydrate 21 g 7% Dietary fiber 7 g 28% Sugar 8 g Protein 8 g 16% Vitamin A 22% Vitamin C 96% Calcium 3% Iron 11% Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B-6 10% Cobalamin 0% Magnesium 12% *Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs. Shipping Policy: We ship in 1 business day via USPS First Class Mail! Domestic Orders: FREE TRACKING and a special gift when you buy 4 or more items from our shop!Please use your PO Box address if you have one.Untracked orders will be sent in a white letter envelope from “TomorrowSeeds” with internal tracing.Always FREE domestic shipping! 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