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Sabre

Pea

Planting Schedule

Add Sabre to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
Botanical illustration of Sabre
70d to harvest

Sweet, garden-fresh peas arrive in a steady rhythm—Sabre’s pods hold a lush, jewel-green promise that feels almost velvety at first touch. At maturity, the shelling peas are plump and uniform, with a crisp, tender bite that shines in classic shelling applications and shines brightest when showcased in simple, ingredient-forward preparations. Grow Sabre for reliable harvest timing around 70 days, and enjoy the satisfying rhythm of pods that are made to be gathered and enjoyed at their peak.

Crop Dates

Growing note: In frost-free Zone 12b, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).
MilestoneDate
Start Indoors
ClimateFrost-Free Climate
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsOct 1st
Harvest BeginsDec 10th
Harvest EndsFeb 28th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededTrellis
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)45
Min Soil Temp (°F)40
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)Not Required

Frequently Asked Questions


How often should I water Pisum sativum during the main growing phase?
Water to keep the soil consistently evenly moist from flowering through pod fill; aim for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) per week total, adjusted for rainfall and heat. When the plants dry out between watering, peas can abort flowers and small pods. Check 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) down—water when that zone starts to feel slightly dry, but don’t leave the root zone soggy.
How can I tell when sabre peas (Pisum sativum) are ready to harvest?
Harvest when pods are fully formed but still crisp and tender, usually about 70 days from sowing (varies with temperature). Pick pods every 1–2 days once they start producing—overripe pods turn dull and starchy and reduce new pod formation. Use a gentle snap or pop from the vine; pods ready for eating will release easily without stringy resistance.
Botanical illustration of Sabre

Sweet, garden-fresh peas arrive in a steady rhythm—Sabre’s pods hold a lush, jewel-green promise that feels almost velvety at first touch. At maturity, the shelling peas are plump and uniform, with a crisp, tender bite that shines in classic shelling applications and shines brightest when showcased in simple, ingredient-forward preparations. Grow Sabre for reliable harvest timing around 70 days, and enjoy the satisfying rhythm of pods that are made to be gathered and enjoyed at their peak.