Early Perfection Peas.

Hardy and flavorful, Early Perfection earns its name for its many gardener-friendly attributes. You can plant this pea early, it’s very easy to grow, and it’s drought and disease resistant. Early Perfection is a prolific producer and can be planted in the fall for a second crop. This plant yields 3-inch pods containing seven to 10 tender and sweet peas. This variety is often called Deep Green Early Perfection for their beautiful color.

Sun Exposure

• Full to partial sun (six to eight hours)

Soil pH

• 6.0 to 7.5

Hardiness Zones

• 4 to 9

Spacing

• Sow 1-2 inches apart, 1/2-1 inch deep
• Plant rows 24 inches apart
• Vines grow to 30 inches
• Prefers a support system/trellis

Moisture

• Water deeply 1 inch a week; do not let soil dry out

Notes

• Shelling type
• 64 days to maturity
• First sowing should be in early spring as soon as soil can be worked
• Last sowing should be 2 months before frost
• Easy to grow, drought and disease resistant
• Holds up well for canning and freezing

Have you tried growing Early Perfection peas? Do you can or freeze them? Please tell us your experiences growing Early Perfection peas.