Tall Telephone Alderman peas have excellent flavor. The 10-12.5 cm (4-5") pods grow abundantly on vines. The large, easy-to-shell pods are full of sweet peas which are ideal for freezing or canning. Support with netting or a trellis.
SKU: 142255
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
5 to 10 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
68 to 72 days
Growing Height:
1.2-1.8 m (4-6')
Key Features
Plant Type: Vegetable
Botanical Name: Pisum sativum
Fill Weight (grams): 13
Approximate Seed Count: 40-50
Planting Method: Sow Direct
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Seed Type: Heirloom
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Flavor: Sweet with a buttery flavor
Disease Resistance: Resistant to common wilt
Companion Planting: Plant near alyssum, carrots, chives, corn, lettuce, mint, radish, spinach, turnip. Chives have the ability to repel aphids. Mint not only enhances both the taste and health benefits of dishes, but also improves flavor. Alyssum serves as an attractant for pollinators and promotes the presence of green lacewings, which are natural predators of aphids. Avoid planting peas in close proximity to garlic and onions as they can impede the growth of peas.
Preparation Ideas: Eat fresh. Suitable for canning and freezing.
Instructions
Plant directly in the garden as soon as ground can be worked and danger of frost has passed. Well drained fertile soil is best. Apply Garden Inoculant to increase yields.
Planting Depth: 2.5 cm (1")
Seed Spacing: 2.5 cm (1")
Plant Spacing: 10 cm (4")
Row Spacing: 75 cm (30")
Instructions for Nutrient Care: Feed plants SUPERthrive once per week. Mix 1.2 ml (1/4 tsp) per 4L (1 gallon) of water in a watering can and apply solution to the base of the plants.
Suggestions
Prolong the harvest season with successive sowings every two weeks until mid-June or sow with mid and late season varieties to ensure a continuous supply of fresh peas.