Snow Pea 'Picton'

Pisum sativum var. saccharatum

How to grow Snow Pea 'Picton'

  • Full Sun

  • High

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water often. Keep in mind when planting that Picton is thought of as half hardy, so it will need cloching or fleece protection when the temperature dips. Ensure your soil has a ph of between 5.5 and 6.5 as Picton is a weakly acidic soil loving plant.

Growing Picton from seed

Look to ensure a distance 2.97 inches (7.62 cm) between seeds when sowing - bury at a depth of at least 0.99 inches (2.54 cm) deep. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 4°C / 39°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Picton

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Picton is a half hardy plant.

Harvesting Picton

Other Names for Snow Pea 'Picton'

Picton Snow