Snow peas
How do you sow mangetout peas successfully under cover?
To successfully sow mangetout peas under cover, it's important to choose a suitable container such as cups or boxes filled with light, well-drained potting soil. Sow the pea seeds 3 to 5 cm deep and 5 to 10 cm apart. Water regularly but lightly to keep the potting soil moist, without soaking it.
Mangetout peas prefer a sunny or semi-shaded position and a constant temperature of between 15 and 20°C. You can sow them under cover from February for an early harvest, and until May for a later harvest. Be sure to protect young plants from late frosts by bringing them indoors if necessary. Once the plants are sufficiently developed, they can be transplanted into the ground, taking care not to damage them during transplanting. By following these tips, you'll be able to enjoy delicious, fresh, crunchy mangetout peas in your garden.
How do I sow mangetout peas outdoors?
Mango peas are delicious vegetables that are easy to grow outdoors. It is best to sow mangetout peas in spring, towards the end of March or beginning of April, when the soil is warm enough. To prepare the soil, it is important to weed it carefully and work it deeply to help the roots develop. Mangetout peas grow best in light, well-drained soil.
To sow mangetout peas, sow the seeds about 3-4 cm deep in rows about 30-40 cm apart. Make sure there is a distance of 5-8 cm between each seed. Water the plants regularly throughout their growth, taking care not to get them too wet to avoid mildew. Mangetout peas need stakes to support them, so don't hesitate to install sturdy supports near the plants to guide them.
How do I plant mangetout peas?
Mango peas (or snow peas) are easy vegetables to grow in a natural garden. To plant them in the ground, we recommend waiting until the last frosts have passed, generally from March onwards. Prepare loose, well-drained soil rich in organic matter. Mangetout peas appreciate sunny or partially shaded locations.
Create furrows 3 to 5 cm deep and sow the pea seeds, spacing them about 5 cm apart. Cover them lightly with soil and tamp gently. Water regularly, but not excessively, to keep the soil cool. You can mulch around the plants to limit weed growth and conserve soil moisture.
After the plants have emerged, you can stake them to help them grow vertically. Mangetout peas are ready to harvest around 2 months after sowing, when the pods are still tender. Regular harvesting will encourage the production of new peas. Mangetout peas can also be transplanted into the ground for a later harvest.
How do I harvest mangetout peas?
Mango peas can be harvested from June until late summer. It is important to harvest mangetout peas regularly to encourage the production of new pods. To do this, simply pick them gently when the pods are still flat and the seeds inside are starting to form. We recommend harvesting mangetout peas every 2 to 3 days to make the most of their freshness and tenderness.
Once harvested, mangetout peas can be stored in the fridge for 2 to 3 days maximum. It is best to eat them quickly to enjoy their flavour and nutrients. For longer storage, you can freeze them after blanching them for a few minutes in boiling water. That way, you can enjoy your mangetout peas all year round.
Snow peas
- Type : Vegetables
- Subtype : Seed vegetables
- Botanical Family : Fabaceae (papilionaceae / legumes)
Characteristics
- Lifecycle : Annual
- Exposure : Full Sun
- Frost Hardiness : Frost Resistant
- Cultivation Difficulty : Easy
- Adult Height : 60 cm
Sowing & Planting
- Greenhouse Growing : Not Required
- Sowing Depth : 2 cm
- Plant Spacing : 4 cm
- Row Spacing : 60 cm
Maintenance
- Maintenance : Low
- Water Requirements : Moderate
Seeds
- Soil Type : Humus-rich
- Soil pH Preference : Neutral
- Pest Sensitivity : Moderate
- Disease Sensitivity : Moderate
- Weed Sensitivity : Moderate
- Pollination : Self-pollinating
- Propagation : Sowing