Lincoln Pea

Type: Heirloom
Packet size: 15 seeds

Pisum sativum. Lincoln Pea is a classic heirloom shelling pea known for its sweet, tender peas and dependable production. Also known as an English or garden pea, Lincoln produces plump pods filled with flavorful peas that are delicious fresh from the garden or used for freezing and cooking.

This productive cool-season variety performs well in spring and fall gardens. The climbing vines benefit from a trellis, fence, or other support and can be grown in traditional gardens, raised beds, and larger containers.

🌱 Growing Information

How to Grow Lincoln Pea from Seed

Planting Depth: 1 inch
Seed Spacing: 2 inches
Row Spacing: 18–24 inches
Germination Time: 7–14 days
Days to Harvest: 65–70 days
Sun Requirements: Full Sun

Planting Tips:
Lincoln Peas are a cool-season crop that grows best during the cooler temperatures of spring and fall. Direct sow pea seeds outdoors in early spring as soon as the soil can be worked. For a fall crop, plant early enough for peas to mature before hard freezes arrive.

Plant in fertile, well-drained soil and provide a trellis, fence, or other support for the vines to climb. Keep soil consistently moist, particularly while plants are flowering and developing pods.

Harvest Lincoln Pea pods when they are well filled and the peas inside are plump and tender. Pick regularly for the best flavor and quality.

🌱 Great for gardens, raised beds, and larger containers.
Container Size: Use a container at least 10–12 inches deep. Provide a trellis or other support for climbing vines.