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Growing Patio Pride AAS Shelling Peas in the Vegetable Garden

Patio Pride AAS is best direct sown outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked in spring. Peas prefer cool weather and do not transplant as readily as many warm-season vegetables, so direct sowing is the simplest and most reliable method. Sow seeds 0.5-1 inch deep and space them 1-2 inches apart in rows 12-24 inches apart. In containers or raised beds, sow a little more densely while still allowing enough airflow for healthy growth. Choose a site in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil, and keep the soil evenly moist during germination and early growth.

Because Patio Pride AAS was bred for compact performance, it is especially useful where space is limited. It can be grown in pots, planters, raised beds, or small garden rows, requiring much less support than taller pea varieties do. A short trellis, twiggy brush, or small cage can still help keep pods clean and make harvesting easier, but many gardeners appreciate this variety because it stays neat and manageable on its own. Mulch lightly to conserve moisture and reduce weeds, and avoid overfertilizing with nitrogen, which can encourage leafy growth at the expense of pod production. As with most peas, regular watering becomes especially important as the plants bloom and set pods.

Harvesting Patio Pride AAS Shelling Peas

Harvest Patio Pride AAS when the pods are full and rounded but still bright green and tender. Shelling peas are best picked before the seeds become overly starchy, so frequent checking during the harvest window is worthwhile. Pick by hand, holding the vine gently while pulling the pod free to avoid damaging the plant. Regular harvesting encourages continued pod set and helps maintain quality. For the sweetest flavor, shell and use the peas soon after picking.

About Patio Pride AAS Garden Seeds

Patio Pride is a shelling pea developed for gardeners who want the eating quality of a classic garden pea on a plant sized for patios and other tight spaces.

This variety earned AAS recognition in 2017 as a regional winner, which highlights its strong garden performance under trial conditions.

Its compact habit makes it an especially practical option for containers, small raised beds, and gardeners who do not want to manage a tall trellis system.

Although small in stature, Patio Pride still delivers a satisfying harvest of sweet peas in short, well-filled pods.

Tips From Our Gardeners

For the best spring stand, sow Patio Pride AAS early while the weather is still cool, and keep the soil evenly moist rather than wet. In containers, use a rich potting mix and consider a light support even for this compact variety, since it helps keep the pods clean and easy to pick.

- Jerry Sawyer, True Leaf Market Writer

Patio Pride AAS Shelling Pea Seeds Per Package:

• 25 g Packet - Approximately 109 Seeds
• 4 oz - Bulk - Approximately 496 Seeds
• 1 lb - Bulk - Approximately 1,984 Seeds
• 5 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 9,920 Seeds
• 25 lb - Wholesale - Approximately 59,000 Seeds

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