Iona Shelling Petite Pea is a compact, frost-tolerant shelling pea bred for gardeners who want tender, delicate pods without the sprawl of taller varieties. Growing just 26 to 28 inches tall, this cultivar reaches harvest in 68 days and thrives across hardiness zones 3 through 11, making it adaptable to nearly every climate. It resists both Fusarium Wilt Race 1 and Powdery Mildew, two common threats to pea crops, so you can focus on growing rather than troubleshooting.
Full Sun
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3-11
28in H x ?in W
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Moderate
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Iona Shelling Petite reaches maturity in just 68 days, delivering petite pods perfect for shelling when you need them most. Its modest 26 to 28 inch height eliminates the need for elaborate trellising, yet it still produces reliable yields without the disease pressure that often derails pea crops. The combination of frost tolerance and compact growth means you can sow it early spring and again in late summer for a double harvest in most regions.
Iona Shelling Petite is grown specifically for fresh shelling, where the petite pods yield tender peas ideal for cooking fresh or freezing. The compact plant size and manageable harvest make it popular with home gardeners who want convenient pea production without dedicating large garden space to tall varieties.
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Starting seeds indoors is not recommended for this variety.
Sow seeds outdoors 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date, when soil temperature is at least 40°F (ideally 60 to 80°F). For a fall crop, sow again 10 to 12 weeks before your average first frost date. In mild climates, you can sow in fall or winter for winter harvest.
Harvest when pods are plump and tender, typically 68 days after sowing. Pick pods regularly to encourage continued production. Mature peas inside the pod should be bright green and firm when shelled.
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