Sugar Lace

Family: Fabaceae Legume

Planting Schedule

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Sweet, lacy pods unfurl with a delicate crunch—Sugar Lace snap peas bring a bright, sugar-forward flavor wrapped in an airy, ribboned texture.

At maturity, the slender pods are tender and crisp, offering a satisfying snap that shines in fresh garden baskets and livens up quick sautés and stir-fries. Grow Sugar Lace for a long, productive harvest window and that unmistakable “just-picked” sweetness in every pod.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Clumping

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Sugar Lace Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Jul 31st – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Jul 24th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jul 18th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 12th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jul 7th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 3rd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jun 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jun 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jun 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jun 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	May 31st – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	May 22nd – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 5th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Apr 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Clumping
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

Sugar Lace pods taste like they’re still cooling in the shade—sweet, crisp, and ribbon-light, with a fresh-green edge that doesn’t need heavy cooking. Use fast heat or acidic finishes (lemon, soy) so the snap stays audible; if you overcook, it turns dull and slightly starchy.

Best Uses

shower into salads and ceviche-style bowls for a loud, clean crunch
quick sauté or stir-fry for 60–90 seconds—keep pods crisp, not stewed
blanch and shock, then glaze with butter and a squeeze of lemon for a glossy, snappy side
toss into hot rice/noodles at the end so they keep their ribboned bite

Flavor Profile

sugar-forward sweetness bright, snappy snap-pea crunch lightly grassy, fresh-green finish

Kitchen Pairings

lemon butter mint parmesan soy sauce sesame oil

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely on Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon (Sugar Lace), and how do I manage it?

Watch for powdery mildew, which shows up as white-gray coating on pea leaves in warm, humid weather. Improve airflow with trellising, water at the soil line, and remove heavily affected leaves early; if it keeps spreading, treat with a labeled sulfur-based fungicide and follow the label timing. Also scout for pea aphids on new growth—wash them off with a strong water spray and apply an insecticidal soap only when populations are active and plants are dry enough for safe application.

How often should I water Sugar Lace during its main growing phase (around pod set)?

During the flowering-to-pod-filling stage, keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week total, split into 2–3 waterings if needed. Let the top 1 inch of soil dry slightly between waterings, then water deeply so roots stay consistently hydrated for steady pod development. Mulch lightly around the plants to reduce moisture swings, which help prevent poor pod fill.

How can I tell when Sugar Lace (snap pea) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when pods are fully filled but still tender—typically around day 55–60—when you can easily indent a pod with your thumbnail. Pick every 1–2 days once harvesting starts to keep pods from getting tough and to encourage continued production. If peas inside look swollen and the pod feels leathery or stringy, it’s past peak tenderness.