Peas - Sugar Snap Pea (Organic)

Product Information

Seed Count: ~100+ seeds
Botanical Name: Pisum sativum
Plant Height: ~50 cm (20 in)
Sun Exposure: Full sun
Days to Maturity: ~51 days
Frost Hardy: Yes (Cool-season crop, Zones 2–11)

Sugar Snap Pea Seeds – Compact Snap Peas for Small Spaces

Sugar Snap pea seeds produce a compact, early-maturing snap pea with short 20-inch vines and crisp, sweet pods measuring 5–6 cm (2–2½ in) long. This variety comes from Good Earth Farms Seeds in B.C. and has been maintained for over 27 years.

It's also known for its reliability, fast harvest, and excellent flavour. Its bushy growth habit makes it especially well suited for small gardens, raised beds, and container growing, often requiring little to no support.

Snap Pea Characteristics & Growing Use

Snap peas are a type of Pisum sativum harvested for their tender, edible pods, which are eaten whole before the seeds fully mature. Unlike shelling peas, snap peas have thick, crisp pod walls with a naturally sweet flavour and crunchy texture. Sugar Ann is a compact snap pea variety bred for early maturity and short vines, making it ideal for small gardens and container growing. Snap peas are cool-season crops that germinate in cool soil, tolerate light frost, and produce best in full sun with consistent moisture during pod development.

Growing Details

Germination: 3–7 days
Seed Depth: 3.5–4 cm (1½ in)
Plant Spacing: 2.5–5 cm (1–2 in)

Sowing: Direct sow outdoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost, or as soon as the soil can be worked. For improved germination, soak seeds overnight before planting, but only if soil conditions are not overly wet.

Certified B.C. Organic (Grower: Good Earth Farm Seeds)

FAQs

How do I grow Sugar Snap peas from seed?

In order to grow Sugar Snap peas from seed, you need to direct sow them into cool, workable soil in early spring. Plant seeds deeply, keep soil evenly moist, and provide full sun for best results.

Do Sugar Snap peas need a trellis?

Sugar Snap peas have short, compact vines and often grow well without support, though a low trellis can help keep plants tidy and improve airflow.

When are Sugar Snap peas ready to harvest?

Sugar Snap peas are typically ready to harvest about 51 days after planting. Pick pods when they are crisp and fully formed for the best flavour.