Snap pea 'Amish Snap'

Plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water very often. Keep in mind when planting that Amish Snap is thought of as hardy, so this plant will grow or become dormant during the winter. Planting Amish Snap in loamy soil with a ph of between 5.5 and 6.5 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil.

Sow as soon as soil can be prepared in Spring.

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.58 inches (1.5 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 2.92 inches (7.5 cm) between Snap pea plants. Soil temperature should be kept higher than 4°C / 39°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Amish Snap about 35 days before your last frost date.

Peas can be sown as soon as the soil can be prepared in the spring. Sow seeds 1/2" to 1" deep with 3" between seeds in rows 24" apart. Climbing peas will need support. Double rows can be planted on each side of a trellis. Peas thrive in cool weather.

As Amish Snap is hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid spring.

Grown in the Amish community long ago.

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