Description

A sweet, crunchy pea that’s delicious eaten pod and all, making it a fantastic addition to salads, stir-fries, or fresh off the vine. Supplied as a vigorous young plant, perfect for climbing up supports in beds, borders, or large pots.

Highlights:

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  Harvesting Season: June to August


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  Final Size: Up to 150cm tall | Spread 30–50cm


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  Position: Full sun | Well-drained, fertile soil


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  Best Grown In: Open ground, raised beds, large pots with support


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  Supplied As: Strip

Why We Love It:

‘Sugar Snap’ peas combine the best of garden peas and mangetout, producing crisp, juicy pods with a lovely sweet flavour. They are fast-growing, highly productive, and ideal for small spaces thanks to their vertical habit. Perfect for quick summer harvests, they’re a great crop for beginners and experienced gardeners alike.

Sowing & Growing Tips:

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  When to Sow: Plant young plants outdoors from March to June


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  Germination Time: (For reference if sowing seeds) 7–14 days at 10–20°C


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  Where to Grow: Open ground, raised beds, large containers with canes or trellis


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  Care Notes: Provide support early on with netting or twiggy sticks. Keep the soil moist, particularly during flowering and pod formation. Pick pods regularly to encourage continued cropping.

The Nunhead Gardener Recommends:

Grow alongside carrots and lettuces for a classic vegetable patch combination. ‘Sugar Snap’ peas are delicious raw in salads, lightly steamed for a sweet side dish, or quickly stir-fried with mint and lemon for a refreshing summer meal.

Please note:

Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may look different.