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Pea Lincoln Homesteader Heirloom
Pea Lincoln Homesteader Heirloom
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Pea Lincoln Homesteader—an heirloom, open-pollinated variety cherished since the early 1900s for its exceptional sweetness and reliable yields. Each packet contains 80 +/- untreated seeds (24 grams), ready to bring a touch of history and flavor to your garden.
Botanical Name: Pisum sativum Plant Type: Annual Vegetable
Key Features:
- Flavor: Delightfully sweet and tender peas, perfect for fresh eating, canning, or freezing.
- Pod Size: Slender 8 cm (3") pods, each housing 8-9 plump peas.
- Plant Height: Compact plants reaching up to 75 cm (30"), ideal for small gardens.
- Tolerance: Heat-tolerant and resistant to common diseases like Fusarium wilt and powdery mildew.
Growing Instructions:
- Best Grown In: Full sun
- Soil Temperature for Planting: 10-16°C (50-60°F)
- Days to Germination: 5 to 10 days
- Planting Depth: 2.5 cm (1")
- Plant Spacing: 10 cm (4") apart
- Row Spacing: 75 cm (30")
- Watering Needs: Consistent moisture, approximately 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Planting Tips:
- Sow seeds directly in the garden as soon as the soil can be worked in early spring.
- To expedite germination, soak seeds in room temperature water for 30 minutes to 24 hours before planting.
- Provide support such as trellises or fencing to keep plants upright, ensuring better air circulation and ease of harvest.
- Succession plant every two weeks until mid-June for a continuous harvest.
Harvesting:
- Ready for harvest approximately 65 days after planting.
- Pick pods when they are full and plump, preferably in the morning after dew has dried for peak sweetness and crispness.
- Regular harvesting encourages continued production.
- Plants to Avoid: Garlic and onions, as they can inhibit pea growth.
Culinary Uses:
- Ideal for fresh consumption, canning, or freezing.
- Shell peas and rinse under cold water. Boil in water until tender (approximately 1 minute), drain, and season with butter, salt, and pepper to taste.
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