Details
This variety was introduced in 1881 in England as 'Earliest of All,' by pea breeder Thomas Laxton. Alaska grows best in cooler weather and is among the earliest varieties picked each year. This variety produces good yields of five to eight smooth peas in each round pod. Delicious fresh, frozen, or canned.
Michigan Seeds and Plants grown on our farm, Renegade Acres, in Howell, MI!
Certified Organic by Oregon Tilth.
Additional Info
Botanical Name | Pisum sativum |
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Life Cycle | Annual |
Min. Time to Germinate | 7 Days |
Max. Time to Germinate | 20 Days |
Depth to Sow Seeds | 1 in. |
When to Sow | Outdoors after all danger of spring frost is past, Outdoors in early spring, a month before the last spring frost |
Growing Height | 24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
Plant Spacing | 3-6 in. (7-15 cm) |
Hardiness | N/A |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun |
Danger | N/A |
Bloom Color | White/Near White |
Other Details | Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater |
Soil pH Requirements | 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral) |
Days to Harvest | 50-60 |
Propagation Methods | Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked, From seed; direct sow after last frost |
Seed Collecting | Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds |
Seeds Per Pack | 50 |