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Pisum sativum 'Early Onward'
Pea
Key Information
- Botanical name: Pisum sativum 'Early Onward'
- Common name: Pea
- Plant type: Vegetable
Height: 65cm
Spread: 20cm
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Holder of the Royal Horticultural Society's prestigious Award of Garden Merit, Pisum sativum 'Early Onward' produces heavy crops of well-filled, blunt-ended pods, much earlier in the season than related variety 'Onward'. A compact variety, it needs minimal staking.
For best results grow Pisum sativum 'Early Onward' in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Sow outdoors from March to June for cropping between June and October. Water once a week as soon as the plants begin to flower and form pods.
Position
- Sun exposure: Full sun
- Aspect: South facing, West facing
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Maintenance: Prefers rich soil, Needs regular watering in pots
- Soil type: Well drained/light/sandy, Clay/heavy/moist
Wildlife
- Wildlife features: Nectar/pollen rich flowers
Care routine
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Toxicity
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Effects: No toxic effects reported for this plant.
This plants goes well with
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