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Sugar Daddy Snap

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Description

(Pisum sativum). Superbly snackable and intensely tasty, this is a truly stringless edible-podded sugar snap pea with a brix (natural sugar) level that is just off the charts! The semi-dwarf vines reach just 24 inches tall and can be trellised or allowed to grow without support. Each bushy vine produces a bounty of 3-inch-long pods that can be eaten whole or shelled. They are amazing either way! A perfect choice for beginner gardeners as they're easy to grow and so rewarding.

Growing Tips: Sugar Daddy snap pea is a stringless, disease-resistant variety known for its sweet flavor and tender pods. This variety thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and prefers cooler weather, making it ideal for early spring or fall planting. Full sun to partial shade is recommended.

Plant Details

Botanical Name
Pisum sativum
Life Cycle
Annual
Growth Habit
Vining
Sun Requirement
6–12 hr.
Days to Germinate
10–30
Days to Maturity
60–65
Planting Depth
1 in.
Plant Spacing
4 in.
Ideal Temperature
45–80°F
Frost Hardy
Yes

When to Grow

Plant Sugar Daddy Snap peas in early spring, 4-6 weeks before the last expected frost, or in late summer for a fall harvest. They are suitable for USDA Zones 3-9 and can tolerate light frost. If you’re not sure how to find your first and last frost dates, consult our blog post 'Our Experts Answer Questions, Share Resources.'

How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds 1 inch deep and 4 inches apart in rows spaced 12-18 inches apart. Enrich the soil with compost or well-rotted manure before planting. The plants can grow up to 30 inches tall and benefit from support such as trellises or stakes

How to Grow

Ensure the plants receive 6-12 hours of sunlight daily. Water regularly, especially during flowering and pod development, but avoid waterlogging. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and suppress weeds. Harvest the pods when they are young and tender for the best flavor.

How to Save Seeds

Peas will self pollinate. However, to ensure purity, it is best to isolate by 25-50 feet between varieties to dissuade wandering bees from cross pollinating flowers if you are planning to save the seeds.

  • Allow several pods to dry fully on the plant until brown and crisp.
  • Harvest dried pods and shell seeds carefully.
  • Spread seeds out in a well-ventilated area to dry completely.
  • Store in a cool, dry place in an airtight container.
  • Label clearly with variety name and year harvested.

FAQ

What type of soil is best for Sugar Daddy Snap peas?

Sugar Daddy Snap peas thrive in well-drained, fertile soil enriched with organic matter. They prefer soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.5.

How do I prevent pests and diseases for Sugar Daddy Snap peas?

To prevent pests like aphids and pea weevils, inspect plants regularly and use organic pest control methods. Crop rotation and proper spacing help reduce the incidence of diseases like powdery mildew and root rot.

Can Sugar Daddy Snap peas be grown indoors?

Peas are best direct sown. Sow outdoors as soon as the soil can be worked, 4-6 weeks before your last frost, since the seedlings take light frost and resent transplanting. If you must start them inside, use deep cells, sow only 2-3 weeks ahead, and set them out before the last frost.

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Customer reviews

4.4 / 5 25 Reviews

What gardeners are saying

  • Sweet and crunchy: Juicy snacking peas eaten straight off the vine.

  • Heavy producer: Pods come thick and fast once the vines get going.

  • Compact vines: Most top out near three feet; a short fence or light trellis will do.

  • Kids pick them clean: Children, dogs and rabbits all raid the vines.

  • Heads up: Not heat tolerant; sow early so they finish before summer.

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