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'Sparkle' Peas
 
Sub-Category: Shelling
 
Sub-Category 2:
Description: Early shell pea. 15- to 18-inch vines bear 2 1/2- to 3 1/4-inch by 1/2-inch pods with 6 to 8 small peas.
Days To Maturity: 55-60
Seed Sources:
 
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Yield: (2.0 Stars)Yield
Ease/Reliability: (2.0 Stars)Ease/Reliability
 
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Reviewed on 11/16/2012 by Roger1963 - An experienced gardener

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Schuyler, New York, United States
Frost Free Season: 103 - 123 days
Soil Texture: Loam
Garden Size: Large - More than 1,600 square feet (40' x 40')
Sun Exposure: 6 to 8 hours per day

It was so hot early that the peas shrunk to nothing.
 

Reviewed on 02/05/2006 by plainsman - An experienced gardener

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Washington, Nebraska, United States
Frost Free Season: 143 - 163 days
Soil Texture: Loam
Garden Size: Medium - 400 square feet to 1,600 square feet
Sun Exposure: More than 8 hours per day

Will sometimes work out west. I don't remember where I bought this variety, but nice little peas if it does not get hot too early. Gone in hot weather. Tender and good flavor.
 




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