Green Arrow

Family: Fabaceae Legume

Sweet, crisp pods open to reveal vivid Green Arrow peas with a clean, garden-fresh snap and a bright, sweet flavor that sings at first taste.

The peas fill with a smooth, tender texture ideal for shelling, delivering a uniform harvest over a steady window. Grow Green Arrow for reliable performance and a classic shelling pea that shines in hearty potfuls and vibrant seasonal preparations.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Upright

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Jun 24th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Green Arrow is a classic shelling pea—uniform, juicy, and sweet—so it rewards fast heat and careful timing. Blanch briefly, then finish with butter, lemon, and salt so the peas keep their snap instead of going starchy.

Best Uses

quick-blanch then toss with browned butter and flaky salt
shell-fresh in salads where peas must hold a crisp bite
stir into spring risotto at the end for a creamy base with bright pearls
fold into thick soups or chowders just long enough to warm through

Flavor Profile

sweet snap with bright, freshly green notes tender, evenly sized peas that stay juicy gentle vegetal sweetness without bitterness

Kitchen Pairings

browned butter lemon shallot mint parmesan prosciutto

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common pests or diseases on Pisum sativum (garden pea) and what should I do?

Pea plants commonly suffer from powdery mildew and aphid infestations. If you see white powdery growth on leaves, remove badly affected foliage early and improve airflow; avoid overhead watering. For aphids, spray plants with a strong water jet and, if needed, treat with insecticidal soap, focusing on the undersides of young shoots.

How often should I water Pisum sativum during the main growing phase (flowering and pod fill)?

Water deeply about 1–2 times per week to keep the root zone evenly moist, aiming for roughly 1 inch (2.5 cm) per week total rainfall plus irrigation. During flowering and pod fill, let the soil dry only slightly at the surface—pea pods will suffer if the soil swings to dry between waterings. Use mulch to steady moisture, but keep it pulled slightly back from the stems to reduce mildew risk.

How do I tell when Pisum sativum (Green Arrow peas) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when pods are full and firm, usually about 60 days from sowing, and pick frequently to keep plants producing. For snap/green peas, harvest when pods are bright green and the peas inside are about the size of a marble; if pods look dull or peas are bulging and starchy, they’ve gone past peak sweetness. Use your fingers to snap pods off the vine—tender pods should break cleanly.