Category: Fruits

Pea plants generally produce better in the cooler conditions found at higher elevations in Hawaii, but they may be grown at low elevation sites if an adapted variety is used and the plants are kept free from pests and diseases. Warm weather tends to hasten plant maturity and shorten the productive life of pea plants. […]

Flowering sweet peas have a big secret to success in Florida. You need to find a variety that blooms in winter or during short days. These will say this on the package. If you obtain the wrong sweet pea it may not flower before it is affected by the hotter weather. Can you grow sweet […]

Peas and beans are a very useful part of a successful rotation cycle due to their nitrogen-fixing qualities, the benefits of which are passed on to the crops that follow them in rotation. What to rotate after peas? The most popular vegetable to plant after peas is cucumbers, which often can be trained up the […]

The rotation starts with lilacs and blues – onion family plants and peas/beans – which are commonly grown together as they both like soil enriched with compost and take up little space. What to rotate after peas? The most popular vegetable to plant after peas is cucumbers, which often can be trained up the same […]

Peas will sprout in 21 to 30 days if the soil temperature is 38 degrees Fahrenheit and the germination rate, or number of seeds that do sprout, will be low. At temperatures of 65 to 70 F the seeds will sprout within 7 to 14 days and the germination percentage will be in the high […]

How Low of a Temperature Can Peas Stand? Peas are able to do just fine in temperatures as low as 28 degrees F. (-2 C.) If temperatures don’t fall below this mark, peas and pea seedlings will be just fine. Can peas take a freeze? Young pea plants can survive light frosts, and will grow […]

While not the most cold-hardy of the common winter vegetables, peas can withstand some frost and can be planted in late winter for an early spring harvest. Unlike some winter vegetables, peas don’t over-winter well in colder climates, but they are pretty much the first vegetable that can be planted as winter wanes. Can you […]

Here’s what to look for when selecting snow peas to eat: Pick snow peas that are crisp with brightly colored pods. Avoid snow peas that are swollen or larger than 3 inches (7.6 cm) long–they tend to be tough. Also avoid snow peas that are dry along the edges, have yellow spots, or are wrinkled. […]

Shelling peas are ready when the pods have swelled and are nearly cylindrical shape. Edible pod peas are ready when they are 2-3 inches long, before the seeds begin to swell. A small pair of scissors may be the quickest way to harvest, or pinch them off by hand. How long does it take for […]

The neat thing about growing purple hull peas is that they are an excellent choice for late summer planting. Once the tomatoes have finished up, use the garden space for purple hull peas for an early fall crop. Purple hull peas are a warm weather annual that can’t abide frost, so timing is essential for […]

Root rot – Root rot is also a soil-borne fungus that affects peas. Pea plants yellow at the base of the plant and stems wither and eventually die back. Spores are dispersed through contact, wind, and water. The fungus overwinters in garden debris, waiting to afflict new plants in the spring. Why do my peas […]

Unlike your typical shelled pea, both snow peas and sugar snap peas are much less starchy — meaning they contain fewer carbs. In fact, both provide less than 8 grams of carbs in 3.5 ounces (100 grams) (1). Are snow peas keto-friendly? Bright green snow peas are a Keto-friendly vegetable that has a thin, crisp […]

Once all risk of frost has passed, in late spring or early summer (usually late May-June), your bought plugs or homegrown seedlings can be planted outside in the garden. Read on below to find out more about how to sow and grow sweet peas flowers. Is it too late to plant sweet pea? For best […]

In terms of crop rotation, do not plant peas in the same place more than once every 4 years. Pea roots, like those of other legumes, fix nitrogen in the soil, making it available for other plants. How many times can peas be harvested? The time frame for the entire pea harvest usually lasts one […]

Snap peas (Pisum sativum var. Macrocarpon), also called sugar snap peas, are members of the legume family. Snap peas are a hybrid of snow peas and garden peas (also called English peas). What kind of beans are snap peas? Green snap beans are categorized into two different groups, bush or pole beans, based on growth […]

Legumes, Pulses, Green Beans, and More They’re part of the same family that both peas and beans belong to (Fabaceae) but they’re different from the green pea that comes to mind when you hear the word pea. Black-eyed peas belong to the genus Vigna while the green pea is from the genus Pisum. Are green […]

Peanuts are technically legumes, which are not paleo compliant, and that means peanut butter is off limits for paleo eaters. All other nuts and seeds are fair game, so if nuts and seeds are the only ingredients, snack away! Why can’t you eat peanut butter on Paleo? Grains (including whole grains and those that are […]

Are Garbanzo Beans Allowed on Paleo? Just like the grapefruit and chia seeds, the garbanzo beans are also considered to be 100 percent paleo-friendly. It is rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fatty acids, such as oleic and linoleic acids, phosphorus, iron, soluble and insoluble fiberinsoluble fiberDietary fiber consists of non-starch polysaccharides and other plant components […]

They’re practically a vegetable. Botanically, it’s the seed of a pod fruit. Deep down, the pea is a legume. Thus, it’s technically ‘not paleo’ but there is more to green peas than meets the eye. Are split peas anti-inflammatory? Split peas offer significant levels of protein, iron, zinc, and phosphorus. A diet rich in split […]

Nuts and seeds are full of healthy fats, fiber and protein. Plus, they were foraged in prehistoric times, so you can load up your cart with them. Keep in mind that peanuts are not considered paleo because they are technically legumes (see our picks for the 6 healthiest nuts to eat). Why does paleo diet […]