Asparagus Pea Seed
Lotus tetragobolonus
- Has a flavour similar to a cross between peas and asparagus.
- This old vegetable is a real gourmet delight that is now making a welcome comeback.
Supplied as a packet of approximately 75 seeds.
This Product is Available Now.GBP1 or more £2.50 each
Description
An extremely old vegetable (dating back to the 1590's or earlier) that is now seeing a resurgence in popularity - and deservedly so. This is a real gourmet delight, having a flavour that can be best described as a cross between the freshest of garden peas and asparagus.
Pods are best picked small, when they are around 1-2" (2.5 - 5 cm) in length, to avoid toughness. Many gardeners believe it is better and easier to pick the pods in the evening.
- For early crops sow under protection from March-April in small pots and plant out 9-12" (23-30 cm) apart in rows 18" (45 cm) apart when hardened off.
- For later crops and successional sowings sow April-June in drills 1" (2.5 cm) deep, 2 seeds per station 9-12" (23-30 cm) apart in rows 18" (45 cm)apart.
- Whilst not essential, providing a little support for the plants will prove beneficial.
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How To Sow & Grow Peas
Detailed advice on sowing and growing peas outside and under protection. Includes information on watering and pest control.
How To Videos
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General Information
A Note About Our Seed Packets & Seed Counts
Information on Victoriana's method of packeting seed, including information on the seed packets. Also details on Victoriana's seed guarantee.
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