PEA: METEOR

(PISUM SATIVUM)

Sweet 8cm long pods on a dwarfing plant. An early and cold tolerant producer.

A rare variety in Australia.

 

WHEN TO PLANT

Cool Climate: MAR – OCT

Temperate: MAR – SEP

Sub – Tropical: APR – JUL

Tropical: APR, MAY

Arid: MAR – AUG

 

SOIL PREFERENCES

PH 6 – 7

Well-drained soil.

GROWING TIPS

Direct sow – water once and not again till they start to germinate to avoid rotting.

No need for a rich soil, peas prefer moderate fertility.

Frost can affect flowers.

Mildew is a common problem, spray with 1 part milk to 9 parts water.

DAYS TO HARVEST

65 Days

APPROX 20 SEEDS

OPEN POLLINATED SEED 100% TASMANIAN GROWN

GROWN ORGANICALLY