PeaPisum sativum

Pea

Peas

1. Lathyrus oleraceus Lam.
2. Pisum arvense L.
3. Pisum hortense Asch. & Graebn.

1. Garden pea
2. English pea
3. Green pea
4. Shelling pea

1. Sugar pea
2. Field pea

1. Arve
2. Äerbes

1. Arweisz

1. Frozen peas
2. Garden peas

1. Peas

1. NameKichererbse

   Languagede

   Shared with

   1. Cicer arietinum

   Clarification

   Chickpeas belong to a different botanical genus.

1. Pea
2. Garden pea
3. Pisum sativum

1. Tracheophyta
2. Angiospermae
3. Eudicotyledonae
4. Rosidae
5. Fabids

Legumes

1. Lathyrus odoratus
2. Vicia faba
3. Lens culinaris

1. seeds
2. pods
3. shoots

The pea (Pisum sativum) is one of the oldest cultivated plants and an indispensable part of the vegetable garden, valued for its sweet seeds and soil-improving properties.

Originating in the Near East, the pea spread to Europe as early as the Stone Age, evolving from a dried staple crop into a modern delicacy.

1. Tasksowing

   Label

   Sowing

   Priorityhigh

   Months

   1. 3
   2. 4
   3. 5

   Notes

   Observe sowing depth to prevent bird damage.

Sunny to partially shaded; cool spots preferred during summer.

Humus-rich, deep soil with good water retention.

Strictly avoid waterlogging, never let the soil dry out completely.

As a legume, it leaves nitrogen in the soil for the next crop.

Observe a crop rotation break of 4-6 years at the same site.

1. Tomatoes
2. Potatoes
3. Brassicas
4. Squash

1. Leeks
2. Brassicas
3. Lettuce
4. Strawberries

Leaves valuable nitrogen in the soil; ideal before heavy feeders.

1. Aphids
2. Caterpillars
3. Birds

1. Mildew
2. Wilt diseases
3. Rust fungi

1. Maintain wide crop rotation (min. 4-6 years).
2. Early sowing to avoid pea moth.
3. Choose resistant varieties.

Regularly check shoot tips for aphids starting in May.

1. Slugpowdery-mildew

   Severitymedium

   Conditions

   1. Warm, dry weather
   2. High humidity at night

   Affected parts

   1. Leaves
   2. Stems
   3. Pods

   Prevention

   1. Airy position
   2. Do not water over leaves

   Organic control

   1. Spray a mixture of milk and water (1:8)

1. Symptom

   Stunted growth and yellow leaves despite moist soil

   Possible causes

   1. Fusarium-Welke
   2. Staunässe

   First checks

   1. Check roots for rot
   2. Inspect the base of the stem

Manganese deficiency is often mistaken for nitrogen deficiency.

1. Germination
2. Vegetative growth and tendril formation
3. Flower bud initiation
4. Flowering
5. Pod development
6. Seed maturation
7. Senescence

Peas are annual plants that senesce rapidly after the seeds have reached maturity.

May to August, depending on the sowing date.

White to purple (variety dependent).

June to September.

Approx. 0.5 to 1.5 kg per square meter.

Pick every 2 to 3 days to stimulate the production of new pods.

1. Marrowfat peas: When seeds are clearly felt in the pod but still soft.
2. Shelling peas: When pods are plump and seeds are fully developed.
3. Sugar snaps: Before the seeds begin to swell significantly within the pod.

Cool or process immediately after harvest, as sugar content converts to starch rapidly.

In the refrigerator for 2 to 3 days wrapped in a damp cloth.

Freezing, drying, or canning.

Short-lived fresh supply / long-term preserve

Fresh: 3 days; Frozen: 12 months; Dried: 1 to 2 years.

1. Blanching and freezing
2. Drying (especially shelling peas)
3. Canning in brine

Remove pods (except for sugar peas), wash briefly.

Sweet, fresh aroma in marrowfat peas; floury texture in dried shelling peas.

1. Pea soup
2. Peas and carrots
3. Pea risotto
4. Mushy peas

1. Seeds
2. Pods (sugar peas only)
3. Young shoot tips
4. Flowers

1. Old, fibrous pods of shelling peas
2. Roots

Garden peas are non-toxic but should preferably be eaten cooked due to hard-to-digest starches and lectins.

Possible in small amounts (especially sugar peas); may cause bloating in sensitive individuals.

Allow some pods to turn completely brown and dry on the plant.

Being self-pollinators, a distance of 2 to 5 meters from other varieties is sufficient.

Cross-pollination is rare but possible between different subspecies (e.g., sugar and shelling peas).

After harvest, let the seeds further dry indoors until they are rock hard.

Not applicable, as the pea is an annual, herbaceous plant.

Peas attract wild bees and serve as hosts for specialized insects like the pea moth.

Soak seeds overnight in water or chamomile tea before sowing to speed up germination.

Sowing too late in May/June often leads to heavy powdery mildew infestation due to summer heat.

Main time for sowing and setting up supports.

Harvest time and irrigation during dry spells.