Dutch Blue Pea

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Botanical illustration of Dutch Blue Pea

🌱 65d to harvest Clumping

Sweet, cool-scented pods give way to peas of a true Dutch Blue—strikingly blue-green kernels that burst with tender, garden-fresh…

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Jan 1st
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jan 1st
Harvest Begins	Mar 7th
Harvest Ends	Dec 31st

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	65
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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common disease pest problem for Pisum sativum (blue-podded peas) and how do I manage it?

Pea powdery mildew commonly shows up as a white, dusty coating on Pisum sativum leaves during warm, humid spells. Remove heavily affected leaves early and improve airflow by spacing plants to the label width, then water at the base so foliage stays dry. If it spreads, treat with a sulfur-based fungicide according to label directions, starting at the first signs.

How often should I water Dutch Blue peas during the main growing phase (pods filling)?

During flowering into pod filling (roughly after plants establish and start setting pods), keep soil evenly moist—typically about 1 inch of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings if it doesn’t rain. Water deeply at the soil line rather than sprinkling the leaves, and avoid letting the soil fully dry out, which can reduce pod size and cause blossom drop.

How can I tell when Dutch Blue peas are ready to harvest?

Harvest when pods are full and firm, with peas inside that feel plump when you gently press the pod; for snap-style pea types like Pisum sativum, this is usually around 60–70 days from sowing. Pick frequently (every 1–2 days) once they start producing, because delaying harvest makes pods tough and slows new pod formation.

Sweet, cool-scented pods give way to peas of a true Dutch Blue—strikingly blue-green kernels that burst with tender, garden-fresh flavor. The plants form a steady, productive harvest with plump, shelling-ready peas and a delicate, buttery texture that shines in simple preparations. Dutch Blue Pea is a home-garden favorite for stocking the pantry with vibrant color and classic shelling-pea performance at about 65 days.

Sowing Tips

Transplant Conditions

Wait until soil reaches 40°F and nights stay above 28°F before moving outdoors.

Expert Note

Sow as soon as the soil can be worked and keep rows evenly moist early—peas establish fastest in cool weather and won’t like root disturbance.