Multistar

Pea

70d to harvest

Sweet, garden-fresh peas in a velvet burst of color—Multistar delivers a steady harvest of plump, bright green shells with a tender, juicy bite. The pods hold their contents with satisfying fullness, making each picking feel like a small treasure trove of sweetness. Ideal for shelling to showcase their natural flavor in classic pea-forward dishes and for freezing to capture peak-season taste.

Crop Dates

Growing note: In frost-free Zone 11a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	—
Climate	Frost-Free Climate
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Oct 1st
Harvest Begins	Dec 10th
Harvest Ends	Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely on Pisum sativum (pea) and how can I manage it in a home garden?

Watch for powdery mildew and downy mildew on Pisum sativum, especially when days are warm and nights are humid. Remove affected leaves early and improve airflow by thinning plants and spacing rows; avoid overhead watering so foliage stays drier. If mildew is spreading, use a labeled fungicide for edible legumes and follow label timing to protect new growth.

How often should I water Pisum sativum during the main growing phase?

During active growth and pod fill, keep the soil consistently evenly moist but not waterlogged—aim for about 1 inch of water per week, split into 2–3 waterings if rainfall is low. Water at the base to wet the root zone, and let the top 1 inch of soil dry slightly between waterings to prevent root stress. Peas that dry out during flowering and pod development will set fewer pods.

How do I tell when Pisum sativum is ready to harvest?

Harvest Pisum sativum when pods are plump and peas inside are fully formed: snap varieties should feel crisp and fill the pod, while shelling types should look glossy and nearly uniform in size. Check plants starting around 70 days from sowing, and harvest every 1–2 days once pods begin producing because overmature pods turn starchy and reduce sweetness. If you can’t easily pierce a pea with your fingernail, it’s likely past peak.