Sabre

Pea

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

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Feb 9th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Feb 9th
Harvest Begins	Apr 20th
Harvest Ends	Dec 9th

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)	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 for Pisum sativum (sugar snap/sabre peas), and how do I fix it?

A frequent problem is powdery mildew, which shows up as a white, dusty coating on pea leaves in warm, humid weather and can reduce pod size. Improve airflow by spacing rows and removing badly infected leaves, then spray a labeled sulfur fungicide early at the first signs (follow the label rate and reapply only as directed). If you’ve had mildew before, avoid overhead watering and rotate away from peas for at least 3 years.

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.