Pea 'Cascadia' (Pisum sativum 'Cascadia')

Pea 'Cascadia'

Also known as: Shelling pea 'Cascadia', Green pea 'Cascadia'

Pea 'Cascadia' is a robust, climbing annual with durable tendrils, typically reaching heights conducive to easy harvesting. It boasts vibrant green, succulent pods known for their sweet peas, a favorite amongst garden vegetables. Flourishing in cooler climates, its growth is optimized by staking, which facilitates sunlight exposure and air circulation, evident in its bountiful yields.

Scientific classification

Legumes, milkworts and allies

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Annual

Lifespan

Herb, Vine

Plant Type

Early fall, Mid fall

Harvest Time

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Pea 'Cascadia'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Pea 'Cascadia' thrives in moderate climates with balanced moisture, preferring consistent hydration without waterlogging and demonstrating moderate drought tolerance. A watering schedule of twice a week is ideal. Grown outdoors, it benefits from adequate rainfall and well-draining soil for vigorous growth and yields.

Pruning: Pea 'Cascadia' thrives with regular pruning, enhancing air circulation and productivity. Key techniques include removing dead stems and thinning crowded areas, ideally during early to late spring. Pruning above leaf nodes stimulates new growth, helping prevent fungal diseases and promoting a bountiful harvest.

Propagation: Pea 'Cascadia' is ideal for gardeners, thriving when propagated by sowing in well-draining soil at a depth of 1 inch. Maintain consistently moist soil and thin seedlings for growth space. A trellis is beneficial for support and air circulation, reducing disease risk.

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