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Pea - Opal Creek

Pea - Opal Creek

$4.00
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Minimum Seed Count: 35

 

A rare heirloom pea with beautiful lemon yellow pods and excellent flavor! Opal Creek produces vigorous edible vines that yield heavily, filling pods with vibrant yellow snap peas that stand out from traditional green varieties. The colorful peas are sweet, tender, and perfect for fresh eating, shelling, soups and other dishes! With its unique appearance and dependable production, Opal Creek is a wonderful addition to any heirloom garden!

Plant Details

  • Species: Pisum sativum
  • Plant Type: snap pea
  • Days to Maturity: 60–75 days
  • Plant Height: 4–6 feet
  • Pea Color: Golden-yellow
  • Growth Habit: Climbing vines requiring support

Growing Guide

Starting Seeds

  • Direct sow outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked in spring.
  • Plant seeds 1 inch deep and 2 inches apart.
  • For fall harvests, sow 8–10 weeks before your first expected frost.
  • Germination typically occurs within 7–14 days.

Planting

  • Choose a location with full sun to partial shade.
  • Provide a trellis, fence, or netting for support.
  • Space rows 18–24 inches apart.
  • Grow in fertile, well-drained soil.

Growing Conditions

  • Full sun to partial shade
  • Cool temperatures (45–75°F)
  • Rich, well-drained soil
  • Consistent moisture throughout the growing season

Care

  • Water regularly during flowering and pod development.
  • Mulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture.
  • Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer.
  • Harvest regularly to encourage continued pod production.

Harvesting

  • Harvest pods when they are plump and filled out.
  • Shell peas immediately for the freshest flavor.
  • Allow pods to fully mature if saving seed.

History

Opal Creek is a rare heirloom pea preserved by dedicated seed savers for its unusual yellow peas, productivity, and garden performance. Unlike most peas, which mature green, Opal Creek's bight lemon yellow peas make it a standout variety for gardeners interested in preserving unique agricultural genetics and growing something truly uncommon.

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