{"product_id":"seeds-pea-mammoth-melting-snow","title":"Seeds, Pea, Mammoth Melting Snow","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"51\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"29\"\u003ePea, Mammoth Melting Snow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"29\" data-end=\"32\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"32\" data-end=\"49\"\u003e(Pisum sativum)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"53\" data-end=\"379\"\u003eMammoth Melting Snow Pea is a vigorous heirloom variety known for its tall vines and large, tender edible pods. This snow pea produces abundant flat pods that remain sweet and stringless when harvested young. With its climbing habit and heavy yields, it is well suited for trellised garden systems and early-season production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1kdq25b\" data-start=\"386\" data-end=\"411\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"601\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"415\" data-end=\"446\"\u003eLarge, Tender Snow Pea Pods\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"449\"\u003eProduces wide, flat pods that are crisp, sweet, and best harvested before seeds begin to swell. Ideal for fresh eating, stir-fries, and light cooking.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"777\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"605\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eTall Climbing Vines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"628\" data-end=\"631\"\u003eVigorous plants can reach 5–6 feet and benefit from trellising. Vertical growth improves airflow, keeps pods clean, and makes harvesting easier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"927\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"781\" data-end=\"810\"\u003eHeavy Early-Season Yields\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"810\" data-end=\"813\"\u003eA productive variety that performs well in cool weather, providing abundant harvests in spring and early summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"931\" data-end=\"963\"\u003eNitrogen Fixing Soil Builder\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"963\" data-end=\"966\"\u003eAs a legume, peas form a relationship with soil bacteria to fix atmospheric nitrogen, improving soil fertility for future crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1qc8btb\" data-start=\"1103\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1165\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1148\" data-end=\"1163\"\u003ePisum sativum\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1235\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1185\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mediterranean and Near East (widely cultivated)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1268\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003ePlant Life Cycle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1271\" data-end=\"1292\"\u003eSun Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1368\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1323\" data-end=\"1345\"\u003eSoil Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1400\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1371\" data-end=\"1389\"\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–6 feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1403\" data-end=\"1418\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April–May\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1433\" data-end=\"1449\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eDays to Maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~60–70 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1523\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grown as an annual in zones 3–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eDirect sow in early spring as soon as soil can be worked. Provide a trellis or support structure at planting time to guide climbing vines. Harvest pods regularly to encourage continued production. In permaculture systems, peas are excellent companions for heavy-feeding crops due to their nitrogen-fixing ability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1880\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003eMammoth Melting Snow Pea offers abundant harvests, sweet edible pods, and soil-building benefits—an excellent choice for productive spring gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":47853764673795,"sku":"PEA-021","price":4.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1\/4 lb bag","offer_id":47853764706563,"sku":"PEA-022","price":10.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/seeds-pea-mammoth-melting-snow","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}