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Snap pea

VarietyPisum sativum Macrocarpon Group

Also called Sugar snap pea, Lathyrus oleraceus

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Snap pea
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Fact sheet

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Typeannual

from Pea · “peas are annual vegetable plants” — 17 Best Companion Plants for Garden Peas (and Those to Avoid)

Days to germination5–7 days

“Because indoor warmth speeds germination (5–7 days vs. 10–14).” — Indoor Sugar Snap Pea Watering Schedule (2026)

Days to maturity7–10 days

“Their flowering-to-pod development window is just 7–10 days.” — Indoor Sugar Snap Pea Watering Schedule (2026)

Germination temperature60–80 °F

from Fabaceae · “Seeds generally germinate in soil temperatures between 60 and 80°F” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Lightat least 6 hours of sunlight daily

from Pea · “Light requirement: At least 6 hours of sunlight daily” — How Long Do Pea Plants Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

WaterKeep consistently moist but not waterlogged

from Pea · “Soil moisture: Keep consistently moist but not waterlogged” — How Long Do Pea Plants Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

Soil pH5.8–6.6

from Fabaceae · “The optimal soil pH for growth is between 5.8 and 6.6” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Spacing6–8 in

from Fabaceae · “Bush types are seeded 2 - 4 inches in the row” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Height42–54 in

from Fabaceae · “Bush beans grow into compact plants about 1 to 2 feet tall” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Propagationseed

from Fabaceae · “Looking to get started by growing your own bean seed?” — Holmes Seed Company – Bean Growing Guide

Ready whenwhen they are round and filled but before the peas inside turn starchy

“Pick pods when they are round and filled but before the peas inside turn starchy” — Sugar Snap Pea: Flavor, Days to Maturity & Growing Tips | Harman

Edible partspeas

from Pea · “Harvesting occurs when pods are plump and peas are fully formed” — How Long Do Pea Plants Take To Grow? Diagnostic Guide

IndoorsUse fabric pots (5–7 gallons) or glazed ceramic (not unglazed terracotta) to balance aeration and moisture retention.

“Use fabric pots (5–7 gallons) or glazed ceramic (not unglazed terracotta) to balance aeration and moisture retention.” — Indoor Sugar Snap Pea Watering Schedule (2026)

Keep away fromonion family

from Pea · “Plants in the allium (onion and garlic) family are not good partners for peas” — 17 Best Companion Plants for Garden Peas (and Those to Avoid)

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