Growing peas

Before planting pea seeds make sure that danger of frost has past and soil temperature is at least 45 F. Snow peas can survive a light frost, but it is best not to risk it by planting too early. Shelling peas don't seem to do as well if exposed to a light frost.

VERY IMPORTANT!! Make sure your soil is dry enough to plant seeds. The seeds tend to rot if the soil is too wet. The best way to judge the wetness of your soil is to run a rake over your garden. If soil sticks to the soil it is too wet!

Sow seeds about 1" deep, 2" apart, with rows spaced at least 18". It is best to mulch your beds with at least 1" of mulch material, but it isn't necessary.

It is best to fertilize your soil with an all-purpose fertilizer at time of planting, and again after harvesting your first crop.

Harvest before pods start to swell.