Sugar Snap Pea

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Could we have found our new favorite pea in Sugar Snap? Our kids would certainly say so. All spring and early summer they were busy plucking plump pods straight from the vines—pods that were incredibly sweet and crisp, with thick, tender walls that made them irresistible. Best of all, they seemed to hold forever, remaining edible long after the seeds inside had begun to swell. First introduced in 1979 by Gallatin Valley Seed Company, Sugar Snap was the brainchild of breeder Calvin Lamborn, whose work created an entirely new class of peas. Awarded the All-America Selections Gold Medal in its debut year, it quickly became a worldwide sensation and still stands as the standard for snap peas today. The vigorous vines reach about five feet tall and will need trellising or netting for support. In return, they reward gardeners with heavy yields of plump, juicy pods perfect fresh off the vine, tossed into salads, or lightly sautéed. Sugar Snap Pea combines flavor, texture, and staying power like no other—for us, and especially for our kids, it may just be the perfect pea. Matures approximately 65 days after sowing. Each packet contains a minimum of 50 seeds. Show more