How to Grow Super Sugar Snap
Pisum sativum
Your complete guide to growing Super Sugar Snap.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Super Sugar Snap
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | — | June – July | August – September |
| Zone 2 | — | May – July | July – September |
| Zone 3 | — | May – June | July – October |
| Zone 4 | — | April – June | June – October |
| Zone 5 | — | April – May | June – November |
| Zone 6 | — | April – May | June – November |
| Zone 7 | — | March – May | May – November |
| Zone 8 | — | March – April | May – December |
| Zone 9 | — | February – March | April – December |
| Zone 10 | — | January – March | March – December |
| Zone 11 | — | January – February | February – December |
| Zone 12 | — | January – February | February – December |
| Zone 13 | — | January – February | February – December |
Companion Plants for Super Sugar Snap
✓ Good companions
Both are nitrogen-fixers that can support each other's growth when planted in succession
Peas improve soil nitrogen for carrots, while carrots help break up soil for pea roots
Natural pest deterrent that repels aphids without competing for nutrients
Benefits from nitrogen fixed by peas and provides ground cover to retain soil moisture
Repel aphids and other pests that commonly attack pea plants
Deters ants and rodents that may eat pea seeds, but plant in containers to prevent spreading
Quick-growing radishes break up soil and are harvested before peas need full space
Thrives in nitrogen-rich soil created by pea roots and has similar growing requirements
✗ Keep away from
Allelopathic compounds can stunt pea growth and interfere with beneficial root bacteria
Competes heavily for nutrients and can inhibit pea pod development
Can inhibit pea growth and nitrogen fixation through root secretions
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)
