Iona

Pea

60d to harvest

Sweet, vivid pods with a crisp snap—Iona Petit Pois delivers a garden-to-plate burst of fresh pea flavor at about 60 days. The compact plants produce slender, tender pods packed with plump, uniformly sized peas that stay sweet and crisp for quick harvests. Ideal for fresh eating, light steaming, and vibrant springtime salads, Iona is a standout choice when you want petite, flavorful peas with a clean, delicate texture.

Crop Dates

Growing note: Zone 1a has only 30 frost-free days — shorter than this crop's 60-day maturity. Outdoor planting is not viable; use protected cultivation.

Milestone	Date
Last Frost	Jun 15th
Growing Approach	Protected Environment Only

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common pest or disease on Pisum sativum (pea) and how do I manage it?

Powdery mildew often shows up on peas as a white, dusty coating on leaves and can reduce yields by stressing plants. Improve airflow by spacing plants and removing heavily infected leaves, then water at the base early in the day (avoid wetting foliage). If it’s spreading, use an appropriate sulfur-based or potassium bicarbonate fungicide according to the label and repeat as directed during humid stretches.

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

Harvest snap peas when pods are firm, bright, and about 2–3 in (5–7 cm) long, with peas inside near full size but still tender. For shelling peas, pick when pods are well-filled and the peas look plump and glossy; avoid waiting for hard, starchy peas. Check every 1–2 days once plants start producing, because peas quickly transition from tender to tough if left too long.

Iona

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Crop Dates

Crop Details

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Frequently Asked Questions