Days to Germination: 7-14
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 40-75F
Days To Harvest: 70 days
Planting Depth: 1 inch
Spacing, Seed: 1-2 inches
Spacing, Plant: 2 inches
Spacing, Row: 20-24 inches
Light: Full Sun

SOWING:  Seed directly in the garden in a sunny location  6-8 weeks before last frost . Sow  seeds 1 inch deep. Space  rows approximately 20-24  inches  apart. Direct sow in early spring, and again  2 months before frost for fall crop. Does not need trellising.

GERMINATION: 7-14 days, depending upon soil and weather conditions.

THINNING & TRANSPLANTING: Do not thin plants.

HARVEST: Harvest when pods are full.

SUGGESTIONS: Strip out strings from pods prior to eating. Pods freeze well for later use.  Do not add extra nitrogen to the soil or it will promote leaf growth and less pea production. Do not soak seeds. When possible plant rows in a north-south direction for best sun exposure and good air circulation.

PEA
Green Arrow
Pisum sativum


70 days. Has slender, long 4 ½ inch pods. The pods grow in pairs. The pods produce 9-11 dark green ,tender, and sweet peas. The vine grows to 24-28 inches. Produces heavy yields. Does not need trellising. Resistant to Fusarium Wilt and Downy Mildew. Great for freezing, shelling , and eating fresh. A favorite home garden variety. A delicious source for many vitamins and minerals. Harvest in 70 days.