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pea seed plant Alaska Dwarf Green Pea Seeds – Compact Heirloom Peas – Jerra's GardenAlaska Dwarf Sweet Garden Pea Seeds Cold Hardy & Compact Plants Pisum sativum Listing is for 1 packet of minimum 20 seeds Watch my YouTube video guide on how to grow green peas for more info: https: youtu. be 6cQAoUs4eos Alaska Pea (Pisum sativum) is a fast growing, cold tolerant garden pea variety prized for its early harvest and compact, dwarf sized plantsperfect for small gardens or container growing. Unlike many peas, Alaska germinates well in

Alaska Dwarf Sweet Garden Pea Seeds – Cold Hardy & Compact Plants
Pisum sativum
Listing is for 1 packet of minimum 20 seeds

Watch my YouTube video guide on how to grow green peas for more info: https://youtu.be/6cQAoUs4eos

Alaska Pea (Pisum sativum) is a fast-growing, cold-tolerant garden pea variety prized for its early harvest and compact, dwarf-sized plants—perfect for small gardens or container growing. Unlike many peas, Alaska germinates well in cooler soil, making it ideal for early spring or fall planting when temperatures are still chilly. The plants reach just 2 to 3 feet tall and produce crisp, sweet shelling peas that are delicious fresh, steamed, or frozen. For best results, sow seeds directly into well-drained soil as soon as the ground can be worked, and provide light support or a short trellis to keep plants upright. 

Ideal Growing Conditions

Sun: Full sun. In hot climates, plant in a spot that gets full morning sun with afternoon shade.

Water: Keep the soil consistently moist

Fertilizer: Do not fertilize nitrogen affixers like pea crops. An initial application or amendment of an organic granular fertilizer, like Espoma Garden-Tone helps boost seedling growth, but then do not fertilize again.

When & How To Sow Seeds: 

Temperate climates (areas that get snow & hard freezes) - direct sow pea seeds when you pass your last spring frost date OR direct sow when you start planting your fall garden.

Hot climates (no snow areas) - I only recommend growing in fall. Direct sow pea seeds when your average high temperature has dropped to 85°F or below. The easiest way to find this for your location is to visit plantmaps.com, enter your zip code, & scroll down to the temperature chart. Look for the first month in fall where the average high dips to 85°F or below — that's your planting window. Peas planted when it is still too hot will be stunted in growth.

Germination: 7-14 days

Days To Maturity: 60-70 days after direct sowing the seed

How & When To Harvest: For fresh peas harvest while the pods are still green & the seeds inside swell. Or for storage/dried peas, harvest once the pods are dried out.

Common Diseases: The most common plant diseases when growing peas are powdery mildew and root rot. Powdery mildew appears as a white, powdery coating on leaves and thrives in humid conditions with poor air circulation. Treat it by pruning affected areas, improving airflow, and spraying with 1 cup of 3% hydrogen peroxide per gallon of water. Root rot, often caused by overly wet or poorly drained soil, leads to yellowing leaves and stunted growth—prevent it by planting in well-draining soil and avoid overwatering. Practicing crop rotation and avoiding overhead watering can also help reduce the risk of disease.

Common Pests: Common pests that affect peas include aphids, thrips, and pea weevils. Aphids cluster on tender stems and leaves, sucking sap and spreading disease—treat them with insecticidal soap or by blasting them off with water. Thrips can cause silver streaks and distorted leaves; control them with neem oil or sticky traps. Pea weevils chew notches in leaves and can damage developing pods—hand-pick adults if visible and use row covers to prevent infestation. Regular monitoring and early intervention help keep pest damage under control.

Do I have a YouTube video tutorial on how to grow this? YES

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