What are some good pea varieties for the home garden?

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What are some good pea varieties for the home garden?

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Garden Pea Cultivars

Suggested garden pea cultivars for home gardens in Iowa include:

  • ‘Little Marvel’ (early season, short vines)
  • ‘Spring’ (early season, short vines)
  • ‘Knight’ (early season, short vines)
  • ‘Lincoln’ (mid to late season, very sweet)
  • ‘Green Arrow’ (mid to late season, 24 to 28 inch vines)
  • ‘Wando’ (mid to late season, heat tolerant).

Snow Pea Varieties

Excellent snow pea cultivars for home gardens in Iowa include:

  • ‘Oregon Giant’ (mid to late season, large pods)
  • ‘Snowflake’ (late season, flat pods)
  • ‘Super Sugar Pod’ (late season, long vines)

Snap Pea Varieties

Suggested snap pea cultivars for home gardens in Iowa include:

  • ‘Sugar Ann’ (early season, short vines)
  • ‘Sugar Bon’ (early season, short vines)
  • ‘Sugar Sprint’ (early to mid-season, short vines)
  • ‘Cascadia’ (mid-season, short vines)
  • ‘Super Snappy’ (mid-season, large pods)
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