Green Arrow Peas is a variety of pea known for its tall, vigorous vines and its sweet, tender peas. This variety is a good choice for home gardens, as it is easy to grow and produces an abundant crop. The peas are best eaten fresh, but they can also be frozen or canned.
To grow Green Arrow Peas, you will need:
- Rich, well-drained soil
- Full sun
- Seeds
Growing Instructions:
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Prepare the soil by tilling or digging to a depth of at least 8 inches. Add compost or other organic matter to improve the soil's fertility.
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Sow the seeds in the early spring, as soon as the soil can be worked, or in the fall. Space the seeds about 2 inches apart and 1 inch deep.
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Water the peas regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
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Fertilize the peas with an organic fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
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Provide support for the pea vines, such as a trellis or a fence, as they grow.
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Harvest the peas when they are plump and have reached full size.
Chart:
| Week | Task |
|---|---|
| 1 | Prepare the soil, sow seeds |
| 2-4 | Water regularly, keep the soil consistently moist |
| 4-6 | Fertilize every 4-6 weeks with organic fertilizer |
| 6-8 | Provide support for the pea vines |
| 10-12 | Harvest the peas when they are plump and have reached full size |