English Pea 'Tom Thumb'
Pisum sativum
| Family: | Papilionaceae (pa-pil-ee-uh-NAY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Pisum (PEES-um) (Info) |
| Species: | sativum (sa-TEE-vum) (Info) |
| Cultivar: | Tom Thumb |
Category:
Vegetables
Foliage Color:
Bloom Characteristics:
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Where to Grow:
Height:
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)
Spacing:
3-6 in. (7-15 cm)
Hardiness:
Not Applicable
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Danger:
N/A
Bloom Color:
Bloom Time:
Foliage:
Herbaceous
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information:
Propagation Methods:
Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Regional
This plant has been said to grow in the following regions:
New York City, New York
Gardeners' Notes:
| Rating | Content |
|---|---|
| Neutral | On Jan 8, 2005, Farmerdill from Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) wrote: This group of peas, Tom Thumb, refers to extreme dwarf plant habits, of which many strains of Tom Thumb peas have existed in the past. We think this pea from the 1800s still has great value today for gardeners as the best dwarf pea for pot culture. Perfect for indoor or outdoor table centerpieces, great for your guests to snack on! Plants are able to withstand hard frosts, reportedly down to 20º Fahrenheit. Good for cold-frame production, or plant them along the edges of pots or containers. A great-tasting little piece of the past that’s available today. 50-55 days. |
