For optimal nitrogen fertility, inoculate your Dwarf Grey Sugar Pea seeds with Rhizobium bacteria prior to planting. Direct seed in spring 2–4 weeks before the last frost or 8–12 weeks before the first fall frost. Seeds will sprout quickly between temperatures of 60°F and 75°F when planted 1 inch deep, 1 seed every 1″ to 3″ inches apart with 24″–36″ inches between rows. To start indoors, use a sterile seed starting mix in 2″ – 4″ inch pots; plant 2 – 4 seeds per pot 1 inch deep and do not thin them out later on. Harden off the seedlings for 7 – 10 days prior to transplanting outside around 4″ – 6″ inches apart without disturbing their roots about 2 – 4 weeks before the last spring frost. Water your seedlings regularly to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Increase watering slightly once the peas begin to bloom.

Dwarf Gray Sugar pea plants don’t need much fertilizer, but you can apply a small amount of general-purpose fertilizer every 4-weeks. Remove weeds when they are small, as they will rob moisture and nutrients from the plants. Be careful not to disturb the roots.