What are some good pea varieties for the home garden?

Question:

What are some good pea varieties for the home garden?

Answer:

Garden Pea Cultivars

Suggested garden pea cultivars for home gardens in Iowa include:

• ‘Little Marvel’ (early season, short vines)
• ‘Spring’ (early season, short vines)
• ‘Knight’ (early season, short vines)
• ‘Lincoln’ (mid to late season, very sweet)
• ‘Green Arrow’ (mid to late season, 24 to 28 inch vines)
• ‘Wando’ (mid to late season, heat tolerant).

Snow Pea Varieties

Excellent snow pea cultivars for home gardens in Iowa include:

• ‘Oregon Giant’ (mid to late season, large pods)
• ‘Snowflake’ (late season, flat pods)
• ‘Super Sugar Pod’ (late season, long vines)

Snap Pea Varieties

Suggested snap pea cultivars for home gardens in Iowa include:

• ‘Sugar Ann’ (early season, short vines)
• ‘Sugar Bon’ (early season, short vines)
• ‘Sugar Sprint’ (early to mid-season, short vines)
• ‘Cascadia’ (mid-season, short vines)
• ‘Super Snappy’ (mid-season, large pods)