Sow pea seed 2 inches (5cm) deep, 2 to 3 inches (5-7cm) apart in double rows supported by a trellis, netting, or wire or string supports between two poles for bush varieties. Sow two seeds to each hole. Thin plants to 4 inches (10cm) apart. Space rows 18 to 24 inches (46-61cm) apart.
How many peas can you plant together?
Planting a vegetable garden for a family
| Crop (number of plants per ft. of row) | Number of plants per person |
|---|---|
| Peas (6 plants/ft. of row) | 15-20 plants |
| Pepper (1 plant/ft. of row) | 3-5 plants |
| Potato (1 plant/ft. of row) | 10 plants |
| Radish (thin to 12 plants/ft. of row) | 10-15 plants |
How deep do pea roots go?
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| Shallow Rooting (12 to 18 Inches) | Medium Rooting (18 to 24 Inches) | Deep Rooting (24 to 36+ Inches) |
|---|---|---|
| Cilantro | Peas (shelling) | Tomatoes |
| Collard greens | Peas (snap) | Watermelons |
| Corn | Peas (snow) | |
| Endive | Peppers (hot) |
How much space do you need to plant peas?
Try to space them roughly 2 to 3 inches apart, with 2 seeds in each hole. You can plant two rows alongside each other, with about 18 inches (46cm) between rows. Because they are climbing plants, they will need something to support them as they grow.
When do you plant peas in the garden?
Sow peas in two parallel lines, spacing the seeds about 10cm apart. Cover the seeds with soil, water well and label the row. The seedlings should appear in one or two weeks. Alternatively, start plants indoors in autumn to avoid seeds being eaten by pests.
How big should rows of Black Eyed Peas be?
If you’re planting several rows of black-eyed peas, you can space them at least 18 inches (45 cm) apart, however, row spacing guidelines are for farms and market gardens, so as a home gardener, you can space each row closer, but I still wouldn’t plant rows closer than 12 inches (30 cm) to avoid overcrowding and allow more airflow between each row.
What’s the best way to sow dwarf peas?
Many dwarf and semi-leafless varieties can also be sown in small blocks. Stagger seeds 13cm (6in) apart, pushing the seed to a depth of 5cm (2in) into the ground. For taller varieties, sow seed in a single row 5-10cm (2-4in) apart, ensuring there’s enough space for plant supports.
