When is the best time to plant snow peas?

Snow peas are a kind of vegetable that is eaten as young pods. They have very high nutritional value and many people like to stir-fry them. They are planted in many areas of China. So when is the best time to plant snow peas? Let’s learn more about it below.

When is the best time to plant snow peas?

Snow peas can be planted in spring and autumn, and can also be planted in protected areas. The planting time in spring is from February to April, and the seeds can be sown after late August for open-air cultivation in autumn. In addition, it can also be grown in a greenhouse after October.

Growing conditions for snow peas

1. Soil conditions

Snow peas prefer well-drained soil, preferably loose, fertile loam. Before planting, loosen the soil and mix in some organic fertilizer to improve soil fertility.

2. Planting location

Snow peas need plenty of sunlight, ensure six hours of direct sunlight a day, and choose a place with good air circulation and avoid waterlogging.

How to grow snow peas?

1. Planting

Dig holes about 10 cm apart and 3-5 cm deep in the prepared soil, put the soaked snow pea seeds into the holes, and then cover them with soil. Keeping a distance of 10-15 cm between each plant is conducive to growth.

2. Watering

After sowing, water thoroughly to keep the soil moist, and then water every 2-3 days.

3. Fertilization

During the growth of snow peas, organic fertilizer should be applied in time to promote growth. When the plant grows to about 10 cm, you can apply decomposed organic fertilizer once; when it blooms, apply phosphorus and potassium fertilizer again to promote the formation of pods.

4. Scaffolding

Snow peas need support during their growth to prevent them from falling over. When the snow peas grow to 15-20 cm, you can insert bamboo poles or thin wooden sticks around the snow pea plants as supports to guide the snow peas to climb along the supports.

That’s it