Pls 560 is a snap pea cultivar bred for productivity and ease of growth, reaching harvest in just 60 days. These peas pack edible pods that sweeten as they fatten on the vine, delivering fresh snap when picked at peak ripeness. Grow them in full sun with consistent moisture, spacing plants just 1 inch apart in rows 18 inches wide, and you'll have a reliable producer even in cool-season gardens where other crops struggle.
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Snap peas from Pls 560 deliver both edible pods and the nutritional punch of fresh peas, rich in vitamin C, niacin, and surprisingly, omega-3 fatty acids. The pods taste sweetest when harvested as they plump up, before the peas inside turn starchy. Frequent harvesting keeps plants producing prolifically, rewarding attentive gardeners with continuous yields throughout the season.
Snap peas are eaten fresh, often straight from the garden, or lightly cooked to preserve their crisp texture and bright flavor. The entire pod is edible when young and tender, making them versatile for salads, stir-fries, and snacking. For best nutrition and flavor, harvest and consume them fresh rather than storing long-term.
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Direct sow Pls 560 peas into cool soil in early spring or fall, when conditions favor pea growth. Plant seeds at the appropriate depth and thin seedlings to 1 inch spacing once they emerge.
Begin checking for maturity as soon as the pods start to swell, usually around 60 days from planting. Harvest frequently to keep plants producing continuously; pods left on the vine too long become starchy and tough. Pick when pods are plump but still tender, handling the vine gently to avoid damaging the plant. Snap pods cleanly from the stem for the best eating experience.
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