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Growing Sugar Snap (Treated) Pea in the Vegetable Garden

Sow seeds at a depth of 0.5-1 inch directly into the garden. Space plants 3-4 inches apart, with rows 12-24 inches apart. This spacing encourages healthy vine growth and easy harvesting.

Support the vines with trellises or pea sticks to promote airflow and reduce disease risk. Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Companion plant with carrots or lettuce to provide ground cover and reduce weed competition.

Harvesting Treated Sugar Snap Peas

Pods are ready to harvest when they are firm, crisp, and about 3 inches long, usually around 66 days after planting. Harvest by gently pinching or cutting pods off the vine to avoid damage. Frequent harvesting encourages continued pod production.

About Sugar Snap (Treated) Pea Garden Seeds

The Sugar Snap pea was first introduced in 1979 by plant breeder Calvin Lamborn, who crossed a shelling pea with a snow pea to create a unique edible-pod pea with sweet, crisp pods.

The variety quickly gained popularity for its excellent flavor and ease of growing, earning it the All-America Selections award and widespread adoption in home and commercial gardens.

The Sugar Snap pea is prized for its sweet, tender pods.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"The treated Sugar Snap pea seeds have been specially treated with fungicides. This is to protect against soil-borne diseases and improve germination rates. This treatment helps reduce common issues such as seed rot, damping-off, and fungal infections that can delay or diminish seedling emergence. Treated seeds are especially beneficial in cooler or wetter soils where these problems are more prevalent, allowing gardeners to achieve more consistent and vigorous early growth.

In contrast, untreated Sugar Snap pea seeds are raw, natural seeds without any chemical or biological coatings. While untreated seeds appeal to organic gardeners and those avoiding chemical treatments, they can be more susceptible to soil diseases and environmental stresses. Without treatment, germination rates may be slower or less reliable in challenging soil conditions, and seedlings may require more attentive care to avoid early-season losses. Both treated and untreated Sugar Snap peas produce the same sweet, crisp pods and vigorous vines. The primary difference lies in seed protection and ease of establishment. Choosing treated seeds can increase early success in less-than-ideal soils, while untreated seeds suit gardeners prioritizing chemical-free, organic practices."

- S.W. Smith, True Leaf Market Writer

Sugar Snap (Treated) Pea Seeds Per Package:

• 16 g Packet - Wholesale - Approximately 70 Seeds
• 26 g - Wholesale - Approximately 120 Seeds
• 4 oz - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 250 Seeds
• 1 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 2,080 Seeds
• 5 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 10,400 Seeds
• 25 lb - Bulk Seeds - Approximately 82,000 Seeds

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