Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Characteristics
sweet peas
Growth Habit
Bush type
Bloom Season
Cool
Flavour Profile
Sweet
Suitable for
Outdoor
Seed Type
Open pollinated
Plant Type
Vegetable
Planting Season
spring
Fruit Size
Medium pods
Plant Height
45 to 60 cm
Light Requirement
Full sun
Water Needs
Moderate
Hardiness Zones
3 to 9
Container Garden
Yes
Plant Spacing
5 to 8 cm
Planting Depth
3 cm
Growing Conditions
Cool
Frequently Asked Questions
Can Kelvedon Wonder peas produce tender pods over an extended harvest period?
Can Kelvedon Wonder peas produce tender pods over an extended harvest period?
Yes. With regular picking and suitable growing conditions, the plants continue producing tender pods throughout the harvest season.
Does Kelvedon Wonder perform well in cooler growing conditions?
Does Kelvedon Wonder perform well in cooler growing conditions?
Yes. This variety grows well in cool weather and is well suited for spring and autumn planting in many regions.
Can Kelvedon Wonder be grown in raised beds or containers?
Can Kelvedon Wonder be grown in raised beds or containers?
Yes. It performs well in raised beds and large containers with fertile, well-drained soil and consistent moisture.
Will providing support improve plant growth and harvesting?
Will providing support improve plant growth and harvesting?
Yes. Short stakes, pea netting, or a small trellis help keep the plants upright, improve air circulation, and make harvesting easier.
Can the peas be enjoyed fresh, frozen, or cooked?
Can the peas be enjoyed fresh, frozen, or cooked?
Yes. The sweet peas are suitable for fresh eating, steaming, stir-fries, soups, freezing, and a wide variety of cooked dishes.
How is Kelvedon Wonder different from sugar snap peas?
How is Kelvedon Wonder different from sugar snap peas?
Kelvedon Wonder is primarily grown for its shelled peas, while sugar snap peas are harvested for their thick, crisp edible pods as well as the developing peas inside.