Dun Pea

Type: Open-pollinated
Packet size: 15 seeds

Pisum sativum. Dun Pea is a vigorous, fast-growing pea well suited for producing tender pea shoots and young edible greens. The fresh shoots have a mild, sweet pea flavor and can be harvested young for salads, sandwiches, garnishes, stir-fries, and other fresh or cooked dishes. Its quick growth also makes it useful as a garden cover crop, where the plants can provide living ground cover and organic matter when incorporated into the soil.

🌱 Growing Information How to Grow Dunn Pea from Seed

Planting Depth: 1–1½ inches
Seed Spacing: 1–2 inches
Row Spacing: 12–18 inches
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Days to Harvest: Approximately 10–21 days for young pea shoots
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Sun

Planting Tips:
Sow Dun Pea seeds directly into well-drained soil during cool weather. For edible pea shoots, seeds may be planted more closely and the tender young growth harvested once plants have developed several sets of leaves. Cut shoots above the lowest leaves for the possibility of additional growth. For use as a cover crop, sow more densely over the planting area and allow plants to develop before cutting or incorporating the growth into the soil. Peas grow best during cool spring and fall weather and benefit from consistent moisture.

🌱 Excellent for edible pea shoots, salads, stir-fries, cool-season gardens, cover cropping, and adding organic matter to garden soil.
Pot Size: Small to medium container (1–3+ gallons)