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Green Peas Gardening: Grow plenty of fresh peas in small pots this winter
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News18•10-10-2026, 16:22
Green Peas Gardening: Grow plenty of fresh peas in small pots this winter
- •Winter is the ideal season to grow fresh green peas easily at home in pots.
- •Use a pot that is 25-30 cm deep with proper drainage holes for healthy growth.
- •Soak pea seeds in water overnight before planting to improve germination rates.
- •Provide wooden sticks and rope to support the climbing pea vines.
- •Harvest fresh pods in 60-70 days when they appear green, thick, and full.
Key Questions Answered
In North India, pea seeds can be sown from October to February. South and West India are ideal for sowing between November and January, while East India allows sowing from October to January.
You need a pot that is 25-30 cm deep and 30-40 cm wide with proper drainage holes. Fill it with a light mixture of garden soil, cocopeat, and compost or well-rotted cow dung manure to ensure proper nutrient supply and drainage.
Pea pods are typically ready for harvest about 60-70 days after sowing the seeds. You can pluck them carefully when they look green, thick, and full, making sure not to pull or damage the vine.
