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Oregon Sugar Pod Pea

Quick Facts:

  • Open-pollinated variety ca.1985
  • Heavy yields of 4-5" pods
  • Tender, sweet pods great for stir-fry
  • Disease-resistant
  • 68 days to harvest

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Oregon Sugar Pod II Snow Pea

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Pisum sativum

Oregon Sugar Pod II is a heavy-bearing snow pea that produces crisp, tender, 4- to 5-inch pods on vigorous 2- to 3-foot vines that seem determined to outpace your harvest basket. A true edible podded pea, the Oregon Sugar Pea's sweet, juicy pods are broad, flat, and perfect for fresh eating, quick stir-fries, or garden snacking straight off the vine (a favorite pastime of our children). And with its natural resistance to pea mosaic virus and powdery mildew, Oregon Sugar Pod II stays healthy and productive long after other peas start to falter, so you'll be snacking on peas well into summer.

Bred by the legendary Dr. James Baggett of Oregon State University and released in 1985, Oregon Sugar Pod II ... More

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Pisum sativum

Oregon Sugar Pod II is a heavy-bearing snow pea that produces crisp, tender, 4- to 5-inch pods on vigorous 2- to 3-foot vines that seem determined to outpace your harvest basket. A true edible podded pea, the Oregon Sugar Pea's sweet, juicy pods are broad, flat, and perfect for fresh eating, quick stir-fries, or garden snacking straight off the vine (a favorite pastime of our children). And with its natural resistance to pea mosaic virus and powdery mildew, Oregon Sugar Pod II stays healthy and productive long after other peas start to falter, so you'll be snacking on peas well into summer.

Bred by the legendary Dr. James Baggett of Oregon State University and released in 1985, Oregon Sugar Pod II is the result of careful crosses involving Dwarf Grey Sugar, Wando, and Perfected Sugar—a pedigree of workhorse varieties refined into one outstanding pea. Originally developed as a freezer-friendly variety for commercial growers, it quickly earned a devoted following among home gardeners for its reliable performance, superb flavor, and generous yields.

For the longest possible harvest window, we recommend succession planting Oregon Sugar Pod peas every 2 to 3 weeks in early spring, and again as summer winds down for a fall crop where climates allow. With a little planning, you’ll be swimming in crisp, sweet pods from the first warm days of spring straight through the season’s final cool spell. Whether you're freezing, stir-frying, or munching them straight from the vine, Oregon Sugar Pod II earns its keep—and then some.

Pisum sativum

Oregon Sugar Pod II is a heavy-bearing snow pea that produces crisp, tender, 4- to 5-inch pods on vigorous 2- to 3-foot vines that seem determined to outpace your harvest basket. A true edible podded pea, the Oregon Sugar Pea's sweet, juicy pods are broad, flat, and perfect for fresh eating, quick stir-fries, or garden snacking straight off the vine (a favorite pastime of our children). And with its natural resistance to pea mosaic virus and powdery mildew, Or... read more

read less

Pisum sativum

Oregon Sugar Pod II is a heavy-bearing snow pea that produces crisp, tender, 4- to 5-inch pods on vigorous 2- to 3-foot vines that seem determined to outpace your harvest basket. A true edible podded pea, the Oregon Sugar Pea's sweet, juicy pods are broad, flat, and perfect for fresh eating, quick stir-fries, or garden snacking straight off the vine (a favorite pastime of our children). And with its natural resistance to pea mosaic virus and powdery mildew, Oregon Sugar Pod II stays healthy and productive long after other peas start to falter, so you'll be snacking on peas well into summer.

Bred by the legendary Dr. James Baggett of Oregon State University and released in 1985, Oregon Sugar Pod II is the result of careful crosses involving Dwarf Grey Sugar, Wando, and Perfected Sugar—a pedigree of workhorse varieties refined into one outstanding pea. Originally developed as a freezer-friendly variety for commercial growers, it quickly earned a devoted following among home gardeners for its reliable performance, superb flavor, and generous yields.

For the longest possible harvest window, we recommend succession planting Oregon Sugar Pod peas every 2 to 3 weeks in early spring, and again as summer winds down for a fall crop where climates allow. With a little planning, you’ll be swimming in crisp, sweet pods from the first warm days of spring straight through the season’s final cool spell. Whether you're freezing, stir-frying, or munching them straight from the vine, Oregon Sugar Pod II earns its keep—and then some.

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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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Zita Kwartek
Sugar Peas

Great tasting and sweet tasting peas cooked or fresh

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Donna Neilson
Snow Peas

These are seeds - I'll plant them next spring.

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