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Pea Petit Pois Waverex Seeds

Pea Petit Pois Waverex Seeds

1 Packet (Approx 160 Seeds )

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Waverex is a cherished variety of petit pois, known for its diminutive yet robust plants that yield pods filled with tiny, sweet peas. Ideal for small gardens and container growing due to its compact stature, reaching a height of about 60cm.
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Characteristics

Appearance

The plants have a bush-like or semi-bush habit, growing to a height of 40-60cm, with the production of 3 to 4-inch long pods that house small peas​

Taste Profile

The peas are incredibly sweet, often described as the sweetest and tenderest among shelling peas, making them a prime choice for fresh eating or incorporation in various dishes like pea and mint risotto, gnocchi with morels, peas, and asparagus, or pureed pea, shallot, and lemon soup

Yield

Waverex is a prolific cropper, producing abundant pods filled with sweet peas. They mature fairly early, around 55 to 65 days post sowing, and the dwarf plants do not require staking, allowing for self-supporting growth

Growth Type

The Waverex Petit Pois Pea exhibits a semi-bush or bush-like growth habit, growing to a moderate height of about 60cm. While it does not possess the extensive vining characteristic of some other pea varieties, it may benefit from short trellising or staking to support the plants as they mature and bear fruit

Cultivation Environment

Thrives in full sun to partial shade, with a preference for cool, moist soil. They can tolerate low to medium soil fertility and have the ability to fix atmospheric nitrogen, enhancing soil health​

Reliability

Known for being a heavy cropper and resistant to wilt, this variety is both reliable and manageable for growers​

Cultivation Notes

Sowing can commence as soon as the soil is workable in spring, with a planting depth of 1/2-1 inch and spacing of 6-8 seeds per linear foot. It's advisable to wait for a dry spell in early spring to prevent seed rot, especially in regions with high precipitation. Direct seeding is recommended over transplanting

  • Plant Hight / Spread

    Height: 40-60cm Width: 25cm

  • Positioning

    Full sun

  • Hardiness

    Hardy

  • Ideal Location

    Outside beds

In Summary:The Pea Petit Pois Waverex is a compact, prolific cropper ideal for small gardens or containers. It yields pods filled with tiny, sweet peas perfect for fresh consumption or culinary use. The plants thrive in cool, moist soil under full sun to partial shade, maturing within 55 to 65 days post sowing. Its dwarf nature facilitates self-supporting growth, making it a reliable and manageable choice for gardeners.