Carouby Climbing Pea (Snow Pea) – 10 Seeds, Mangetout Pea, Flat and Tender Pod, Easy to Grow, High Germinability, Non-GMO

Discover the joy of growing your own vegetables at home with our Carouby Climbing Pea (Snow Pea) seeds, a versatile variety exceptional in freshness and flavor. This product is ideal for passionate gardeners and anyone looking to start a sustainable cultivation program in their home garden or container, ensuring abundant, high-quality harvests. Carouby peas are distinguished by their flat, wide, and tender pods, which can be eaten whole without shelling. Their reputation for being "easy to grow" makes them perfect even for beginners, while their non-GMO certification and high germination rate ensure a robust and reliable starting point for your garden. Technical details: Botanical name: Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon 'Carouby de Maussane' Seed quantity: 10 seeds Plant type and growing cycle: Annual, climbing. This variety has a relatively short growing cycle, allowing for rapid and repeated harvests. Plant height: It typically reaches 150-200 cm, requiring adequate support such as nets or stakes for optimal development. Uses: Primarily culinary, the pods are eaten fresh, whole, in salads, sautéed, or as a side dish. They are also excellent for freezing. Tasting Notes: It produces flat pods, about 2-3 cm wide and 8-10 cm long, a deep, bright green. Their texture is crunchy, and the flesh is extraordinarily sweet and tender, with a delicate, fresh flavor. The flowers are a beautiful purple color, adding a decorative touch to the garden. Hardiness and Origin: The Carouby pea is a robust and adaptable variety, with good resistance to various climates. It is a heirloom variety of French origin, renowned for its reliability and authentic flavors. Sowing period: Ideal in spring (March-April) as soon as the risk of frost has passed, and in some regions with mild climates, even in autumn (September-October) for an early harvest. Harvest period: The pods are ready to be harvested approximately 60-70 days after sowing, generally from May to July, depending on the sowing period and climatic conditions. Optimal conditions for germination: The ideal soil temperature for germination is between 10°C and 20°C. Keep the soil constantly moist but not soggy. Soil type: It prefers fertile, well-drained soils, rich in organic matter, with a slightly acidic or neutral pH (6.0-7.5). Recommended exposure: Full sun for at least 6-8 hours a day is essential for vigorous growth and abundant production. Germination time: Generally, seeds germinate within 7-14 days of sowing, if conditions are optimal. Pot or ground cultivation: Excellent for growing in open ground in the vegetable garden. Thanks to its vertical growth, it can also be grown in large pots (min. 30 cm in diameter) on balconies or terraces, provided adequate support is provided. Quality Specifications: Our organic garden seeds are Non-GMO (not genetically modified) and boast high germination, selected to ensure maximum varietal purity and the best performance in your garden. Choosing Carouby Climbing Peas means choosing a premium product that will transform your garden. Its easy cultivation, high yield, and the unmistakable flavor of its flat, tender pods make it an unrivaled choice for anyone who wants to enjoy fresh, home-grown vegetables. Perfect for summer salads or as a light side dish, this snap pea will guarantee a generous harvest and a rewarding experience, allowing you to fully enjoy the benefits of a healthy diet and the pleasure of home gardening. A must-have among garden seeds for a healthy and productive garden.