Tender Petites Very Young Small Sweet Peas are picked when tender, then packed within hours to lock in nutrition and their distinctively sweet taste. Serve with grilled chicken for a quick and nutritious meal, or add a can of sweet peas to your favorite pasta dish or salads!
There you have it, the three main types of peas, how to use them, and some great variety options for each! Hopefully that makes your decision a little easier. If you feel ready to give it a go, shop our full collection of pea seeds, or if you need a few pointers, check out our blog article on how to grow peas.
Snap peas have fat, juicy and sweet edible pods. Some of these varieties are so sweet they’re like candy! If you’re looking for an addictive, healthy snack straight out of the garden, this is the type to grow. Kids especially love them. These are usually the earliest peas to mature, as some can be ready to pick in less than 60 days from planting.
Shelling peas, sometimes called “English” peas or simply “garden peas,” have fibrous, inedible pods. You only eat the seeds inside. These peas are particularly well suited to freezing and canning, so they are the peas that many of us grew up eating. But make no mistake, a batch of homegrown, fresh-picked shelling peas bears no resemblance to the canned green mush you were forced to eat before you could have dessert! They are fantastic when quickly sauteed in butter, mixed into a pasta dish, or even pureed on top of toast.
So you want to try your hand at growing peas in your garden, but when you go to buy seeds, there are so many options! How to choose? Peas are all fairly similar in their growing needs, so you should pick mainly based on how you like to use them in cooking. Here’s a guide to the different types of peas, to help you choose a great variety for your garden.
Ingredients & Nutrition Facts
Peas, Water, Sugar, Sea Salt.
How To Grow Peas and What To Expect While They Are Growing
FAQ
What are very young peas?
What are the small peas called?
What’s the difference between baby peas and normal peas?
What are the small frozen peas called?
What are English peas?
Description: English peas are small, round, and vibrant green legumes that develop inside pods. The pods are slightly curved and can grow to about 2 to 3 inches in length. Each pod contains several peas arranged in a row. These peas need to be shelled before consumption, meaning the outer pod needs to be removed to access the edible peas inside.
Are peas good for hair?
Peas are full of many nutrients that could be beneficial for hair health, however, many foods contain these nutrients, and I wouldn’t recommend adding peas to your diet solely for hair health benefits. Peas are healthy and I would recommend adding them to you diet if you like to eat them.
What are English peas used for?
Uses: English peas are very versatile and can be used in various culinary applications. They are often blanched or lightly cooked before being added to salads, pasta dishes, risotto, and vegetable medleys. The peas can also be puréed into soups and sauces, lending their vibrant color and sweet flavor.
What are the different types of peas?
We break down the difference between the most common types of peas, including English peas, sugar snap, snow, and pea shoots. Plus, discover tips on how to cook and store each pea variety.