How To Grow Peas At Home? Here Is A Step-By-Step Guide To Follow

Peas are small, round, and green seeds that are found inside pods. These belong to the legume family like lentils. Peas can be consumed both raw and cooked. They are often added to many dishes to enhance the texture and taste and add colours. There are different varieties of peas which are very nutritious and a must-add to your dishes. 

If you love eating peas, learn to grow them in your home garden using these easy steps. Make sure to take guidance from your local gardener.

How To Grow Peas At Home?

Right Time To Plant Peas

Peas are winter vegetables, hence, you must grow them in cold climatic conditions for the best results. However, you can also plant them in moderate climates with spring and autumn. 

Location 

• Peas need about 6-8 hours of sunlight every day.
• Make sure the soil is not soggy and the pot is well-draining with holes at the bottom. 

Soil Preparation

• Peas (Grow Peas In A Bottle) are like loose soil with high fertility and a neutral pH of around 7.
• Enhance the soil quality with fertilisers or compost.

Planting The Peas

• Sow some pea seeds about 1-2 inches deep into the soil.
• Place them 2-3 inches apart in rows.
• Soaking the seeds in water for a few hours before sowing can be beneficial.

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Watering And Caring

• Irrigate your peas every day, especially during dry weather. The soil must be moist but not soggy. 
• Make sure to fertilise (Homemade Fertiliser) your plant once or twice for better growth.
• Keep a check on pests like aphids and powdery mildew and spray organic insecticides to get rid of them. 

Harvesting The Peas

• You will recognise when pea pods are ready to be harvested as they will become well-filled and plump.
• Make sure to pluck pods every day as this would boost their growth regularly. 
• Carefully pull or break the pods from their vines to avoid breaking them. 

Extra Tips

• Pea plants are vines therefore their stems are extremely fragile. Make sure to provide them support using a stick or another plant to help them grow. 
• Rotate your peas every few months for the prevention of soil-borne ailments. 

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