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pea 'Avola'

Pisum sativum 'Avola'

Genus: Pisum
Family: Fabaceae

About this plant

'Avola' is an early-maturing, compact pea to about 60cm tall producing pods containing up to eight peas; suitable for eating fresh or freezing

Growing Information

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Hardiness

H4

Foliage

Deciduous

Growing Conditions

Sunlight

Full SunPartial Shade

Soil

LoamSandy

pH

AlkalineNeutral

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Moisture

Poorly DrainedWell Drained

Aspect

East FacingWest Facing

Exposure

Exposed

Care Guide

Cultivation

Peas grow best in rich, well-drained, neutral or alkaline soils in a sunny position. Dwarf cultivars can be supported with pea sticks or pea netting

Pruning

None required

Propagation

Propagate by seed

Pests

Pea moth, pea and bean weevil, birds and mice

Diseases

Powdery mildews

Garden Uses

Uses

Patio Container

Planting Places

Conservatory

Season of Interest

SpringSummer

Size & Characteristics

Height

0.5-1 Metres

Spread

0.5-1 Metres

Habit

Columnar Upright

Time to Full Height

One To Two Years