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Peas – Lincoln (Homesteader) Bush

$2.29

A high-yielding and heat resistant bush pea. The large peas grow in slender 4 1/2 to 5 inch pods in pairs with 6 to 9 peas per pod on 24 to 30 inch vines. A superior variety with resistance to wilt. An excellent shelling pea for eating fresh, cooked, or frozen. Approximately 65 days till maturity.

Approximately 80 seeds per packet.

Availability: 43 in stock

SOWING: Sow directly into the garden in early spring as soon as the soil is workable. Sow seeds 2 inches apart and cover with 1 to 1 1/2 inches of fine soil firmed down. Sow successive plantings at 3-week intervals until early May. Sow late July to early August for fall harvest.

SPACING: Leave 2 to 2 1/2 feet between rows. Can be grown in wide rows sowing seeds 2 inches apart in all directions.

GERMINATION: Completely dependent upon outdoor temperatures and soil warmth, usually one to two weeks. Keep soil moderately moist during germination.

Ed’s Special Advice: When possible, plant rows in a north-south direction for best sun exposure and good air circulation. Lincoln is suitable for late planting for a fall crop. A must have variety for every home garden.

SEED SAVING: Allow pods to dry completely before removing them from the plant. Store seeds in cool, dry place.

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