Description
Pea ‘Alderman’, also known as ‘Telephone’, is an heirloom from 1870s. Climber to 2 metres, needs support. Highly productive over long period. Sweet shelling pods to 13cm. Will fail if waterlogged. Keeps well in fridge.
Pea ‘Alderman’
Pisum sativum
seeds only available to PSW members – limit of 2 packets of this variety
NOTE: If the price is reduced, the seed has passed its best-by date.
Best-by date, germination rates, and growing information are in “Additional Information”.
Additional information
| Best By | Nov-25 |
|---|---|
| germination rate - current stock | not tested |
| Packet Quantity | 15 seeds |
| Lifecycle | annual |
| Sowing Months | April; May; June; July; August |
| Method | direct sow |
| Depth to Sow | 20mm |
| Germination | 5-10 days |
| Distance Apart | 5-8 cm |
| Harvest | 70-77 days |
