Asparagus Pea

Germination

Sow directly. Dig in plenty of compost about 2 weeks prior to sowing. Sow seed 25mm deep into a V shaped drill which has been watered prior to sowing. Sow seeds 5-10cm apart. Drills 30cm apart. Cover the seed with soil. Protect from birds with netting. The netting can be removed after germination 7-21 days. Successional sow for longer cropping period. Water well until established. Can be started earlier under glass if desired.

Growing

Water well when flowering begins and for 2 weeks after. Mulch can be added as the base of plant to retain moisture. Protect from birds and pea moth damage with fine netting if needed.

Cultivation

Harvest regularly to encourage further pod production. Harvest from the bottom of the plant up. Harvest when small or the pods will be fibrous and stringy. Cook whole like Mangetout.