Sugar Lace II is a breakthrough snap pea that channels its energy into remarkably heavy pod production through its unique semi-leafless design. These compact, determinate vines reach just 24-30 inches tall and produce stringless, dark-green pods averaging 3.5 inches long with distinctly sweet, crunchy flavor. Hardy across zones 1-9, this variety matures in around 68 days and boasts impressive disease resistance including fusarium wilt and powdery mildew. The semi-leafless vines interlock their tendrils naturally, usually standing without support while keeping pods positioned along the tops and sides for effortless harvesting.
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What sets Sugar Lace II apart is its revolutionary semi-leafless architecture that redirects the plant's energy from excessive foliage into prolific pod production. The compact, determinate vines naturally support themselves through interlocking tendrils, eliminating the need for extensive trellising while positioning stringless pods perfectly for easy picking. Strong disease resistance keeps these heavy-yielding vines productive even when challenging weather strikes, while the distinctly sweet, crunchy pods deliver superior snap-pea flavor that makes frequent harvesting a pleasure rather than a chore.
These stringless snap peas excel in fresh eating applications where their distinctly sweet, crunchy texture can shine. The 3.5-inch pods are perfect for raw snacking, adding to salads for crisp sweetness, or quick stir-frying to maintain their satisfying snap. Their compact size and tender pods make them ideal for both casual grazing in the garden and more formal culinary preparations where consistent pod size and sweetness matter.
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Direct sow Sugar Lace II snap peas as soon as the soil can be worked in early spring. Sow seeds 1-2 inches deep and 1-2 inches apart in rows 18-24 inches apart. Cool, moist soil speeds germination, but avoid waterlogging which can cause seed rot. In many regions you can sow again in late summer for a fall crop.
Begin harvesting when pods are plump, bright green, and about 3.5 inches long, before seeds become overly swollen inside. Snap pods off gently with one hand while supporting the vine with the other to avoid damaging the plant. Pick when peas enlarge in the pods for optimal sweetness and texture. Frequent picking encourages continued flowering and extended harvests in both spring and fall plantings, with the sweetest pods usually being those harvested slightly on the young side.
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