A staple of the summer garden, peas are among the easy-to-grow vegetables that'll thrive in shady areas. Lathyrus oleraceus (formerly Pisum sativum) is the scientific name covering several pea ...

Peas are a cool season crop planted in November and February. While November has past, February is a good month to plant peas that will mature in early spring. Three types of peas are grown by home ...

The lowly pigeon pea offers many benefits to akamai gardeners. Not only is it a drought-tolerant, small and attractive tree but it also offers an edible crop and fixes nitrogen. As the leaves of ...

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Pea plant's scientific name is Pisum sativum, given in 1753 by Carl Linnaeus. Peas belong to the Fabaceae family (legumes), crucial for nitrogen fixation. Global pea market is expected to reach USD 17 ...

DAWSON — One of the bigger changes occurring on the agricultural landscape can be found in Dawson, Minnesota, which is now home to the largest operating plant in North America producing pea protein.

If providing support, put it in when you plant the seeds. The bushier types that produce short vines do not need support. Once the seedlings are up and growing, thin the young plants to a spacing of ...

Selecting the right variety of snap peas is essential for a successful harvest. There are several types available, including ...