Pea Kelvedon Wonder Early And Main Crop
Extremely popular, reliable and versatile dwarf (45cm (1 1 /2ft)) variety for both early and successional sowings throughout spring, and a particular favourite for June sowings, producing huge crops of narrow pointed pods in pairs, averaging 7 or 8 succulent peas per pod. The flavour is excellent. Resistant to Pea Wilt and tolerant to Downy Mildew.
Cultivation advice Pea Kelvedon Wonder Early And Main Crop
- Plant where peas have not been grown for 2 seasons, digging in well rotted organic matter.
- Sow Mar – Jun 2” deep in 6” wide rows 2 inches apart.
- The distance between the rows should equal the expected height of the variety.
- Avoid sowing during any cold or very wet periods
- Protect immediately from birds.
- Keep weed free.
- Provide support by 3 inches tall.
- Pick regularly to maintain yields.
