Garden Pea (Pisum Sativum) is a annual vine in the Fabaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 2-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Pisum sativum is a herbaceous annual plant widely cultivated for its edible seeds and pods.

Garden Pea

Garden Pea

Pisum Sativum

Pisum sativum is a herbaceous annual plant widely cultivated for its edible seeds and pods.

Quick Facts

Type
vine
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
2-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:nitrogen fixer, edible crop, cover crop

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Garden Pea

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Fabaceae
Genus:Pisum