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Lincoln aka Homesteader

Quick Facts:

  • Heirloom variety ca.1908
  • Large, long pods contain 5-7 peas
  • Easy-to-grow, Heat-tolerant
  • Resistant to common wilt
  • 67 days to harvest

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Lincoln aka Homesteader

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Pisum sativum

Also known as Homesteader Pea, Lincoln is an heirloom variety dating back to 1908 that produces large quantities of long pods, packing 5 to 7 peas each.  Easy-to-grow, compact, heat tolerant, and resistant to Common Wilt, Lincoln truly is an ideal variety for the homesteader.  Pods are easy to shell and the enclosed peas are very tasty.  Great variety all-around.  Harvests begin approximately 67 days after sowing.  Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.

Pisum sativum

Also known as Homesteader Pea, Lincoln is an heirloom variety dating back to 1908 that produces large quantities of long pods, packing 5 to 7 peas each.  Easy-to-grow, compact, heat tolerant, and resistant to Common Wilt, Lincoln truly is an ideal variety for the homesteader.  Pods are easy to shell and the enclosed peas are very tasty.  Great variety all-around.  Harvests begin approximately 67 days after sowing.  Each packet contains a minimum of 50... read more

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Pisum sativum

Also known as Homesteader Pea, Lincoln is an heirloom variety dating back to 1908 that produces large quantities of long pods, packing 5 to 7 peas each.  Easy-to-grow, compact, heat tolerant, and resistant to Common Wilt, Lincoln truly is an ideal variety for the homesteader.  Pods are easy to shell and the enclosed peas are very tasty.  Great variety all-around.  Harvests begin approximately 67 days after sowing.  Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds.

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Child holding heirloom beans

How to Grow Peas

Garden peas prefer well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.5. They require full sun exposure for optimal growth, but can also tolerate partial shade. Peas are a cool-season crop, so they grow best in temperatures ranging from 55°F to 75°F. In hotter climates, peas can be planted in the fall for a winter harvest. Peas also require regular watering, especially during flowering and pod development, to ensure good yields.

As soon as soil can be worked, plant seeds 2" apart, 1" deep in rows 18" apart.  Keep moist until germination has occurred (7-10 days). Provide support such as string or fencing for vining types. Dwarf peas do not require trellising, though providing some support will keep plants healthier and make for easier picking.

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Insect Pests

Aphids are the most common pest that affects peas. They can be controlled by spraying with a simple homemade or purchased insecticidal soap. Beneficial insects like ladybugs can also be introduced to control aphid populations.

Diseases & Other Problems

The most common diseases to affect peas are powdery mildew and fusarium wilt. They can be prevented by keeping peas upright to allow for ample circulation. Always water in the morning and avoid over-watering which can spread disease.

Shelling peas are typically ready for harvest 60-70 days after planting, when the pods are plump and the peas inside have reached full size. Snow peas are harvested when the pods have reached a sufficient size but before seeds have filled out. To harvest pods, gently pull or cut the pods from the plant. To extend the shelf life, store freshly harvested peas in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. Alternatively, peas can be blanched and frozen for longer-term storage. To blanch, boil the peas for 2-3 minutes, then quickly cool them in an ice water bath before packing into airtight containers and freezing. Properly stored frozen peas can last for up to 8 months.

CONSIDERATIONS:

Peas are inbreeding plants with perfect flowers that usually complete pollination before opening. It is therefore not necessary to isolate varieties, except to prevent accidental mixing of seed which may occur when two varieties are allowed to intertwine.

HARVESTING SEED:

To save pea seeds allow the pods to dry on the vine. Pull the entire plant and lay flat in the shade for a few days to allow the seeds dry completely, then remove pods and shell out mature peas. Allow seeds to dry for one week before storing in an airtight container.

SEED LONGETIVITY:

Pea seeds will retain 50% viability for 3 years when stored under ideal conditions.

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