Homesteader (Lincoln) Heirloom Shelling Peas

Heirloom, open-pollinated variety cherished since the early 1900s for its exceptional sweetness and reliable yields. Each packet contains 80 +/- untreated seeds Per Packet (24 grams), ready to bring a touch of history and flavor to your garden.

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.