{"product_id":"pea-opal-creek","title":"Pea - Opal Creek","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Seed Count: 35\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"20\" data-end=\"467\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"23\" data-end=\"111\"\u003eA rare heirloom pea with beautiful lemon yellow pods and excellent flavor! \u003c\/strong\u003eOpal 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!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"469\" data-end=\"487\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"695\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"488\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eSpecies: \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePisum sativum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"537\" data-end=\"563\"\u003ePlant Type: snap pea\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"564\" data-end=\"594\"\u003eDays to Maturity: 60–75 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"619\"\u003ePlant Height: 4–6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"620\" data-end=\"646\"\u003ePea Color: Golden-yellow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"647\" data-end=\"695\"\u003eGrowth Habit: Climbing vines requiring support\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"716\" data-end=\"735\"\u003eStarting Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"967\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"736\" data-end=\"802\"\u003eDirect sow outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked in spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"803\" data-end=\"848\"\u003ePlant seeds 1 inch deep and 2 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"918\"\u003eFor fall harvests, sow 8–10 weeks before your first expected frost.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"919\" data-end=\"967\"\u003eGermination typically occurs within 7–14 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"969\" data-end=\"982\"\u003ePlanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"983\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003eChoose a location with full sun to partial shade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eProvide a trellis, fence, or netting for support.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1087\" data-end=\"1119\"\u003eSpace rows 18–24 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1120\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003eGrow in fertile, well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1159\" data-end=\"1182\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eFull sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1211\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eCool temperatures (45–75°F)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1266\"\u003eRich, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1267\" data-end=\"1318\"\u003eConsistent moisture throughout the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1320\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eWater regularly during flowering and pod development.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1386\" data-end=\"1435\"\u003eMulch to keep roots cool and conserve moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1436\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eAvoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1475\" data-end=\"1533\"\u003eHarvest regularly to encourage continued pod production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1535\" data-end=\"1550\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1601\"\u003eHarvest pods when they are plump and filled out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1651\"\u003eShell peas immediately for the freshest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003eAllow pods to fully mature if saving seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1698\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003eOpal 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beebe Seed Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49930277650671,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/8451\/6335\/files\/CE31BD42-696F-418B-99C5-AF37C926069B.jpg?v=1782168691","url":"https:\/\/beebeseeds.com\/products\/pea-opal-creek","provider":"Beebe Seed Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}