Mr Fothergill's, Mr Fothergill's Pea Hurst Greenshaft Seeds
Mr Fothergill's flower and vegetable seeds are perfect for adding a splash of colour and natural beauty to your garden or outside space. Whether you're looking for an addition to your window box, some vegetation for your flower bed or a bit of colour for your windowsill, Mr Fothergill's range of seed will have something for you. Pea Hurst Greenshaft (Pisum sativum) is an early to main crop variety with 9-10 peas per pod, held high on the plant for easy picking. An excellent source of folate, vitamin A and vitamin C these peas taste great after being lightly steamed or boiled. You can harvest these plants from May to August. They thrive best in full sunlight and like well-cultivated, fertile soil to grow to their full potential. Specifications Seed Type Vegetable seeds Sowing Dates March to JuneĀ Height and Spread (Grown) Space between rows: 90cm, eventual height: 75cm Harvest Dates May to August Preferred soil type Well cultivated, fertile Uses Delicious lightly steamed or boiled Sun/Shade preference Prefers full sun Seed fill 400 seeds approx Care instructions Early sowings benefit from frost protection Protect seedlings from birds with twigs or bird scarers