{"product_id":"ga-pois-cascadia-snap-bio","title":"Organic 'Cascadia Snap' peas","description":"\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e'Cascadia Snap' organic peas (Pisum sativum) from the seed company Gaia, a productive snap pea with thick and juicy pods\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe 'Cascadia Snap' pea is a highly productive heirloom variety, producing \u003cstrong\u003ethick\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong\u003ejuicy\u003c\/strong\u003e , and crisp pods about 3 inches long. Prized for its sweet flavor and meaty texture, it produces continuously in spring or late summer when temperatures are cool. Its \u003cstrong\u003enatural resistance to several diseases\u003c\/strong\u003e —Fusarium wilt, pea mosaic virus, and powdery mildew—makes it a reliable option for organic vegetable gardens. The compact plants develop uniform pods that become especially flavorful when picked \u003cstrong\u003eat half their size\u003c\/strong\u003e , about a week after flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Versatile, sweet and consistent in production, 'Cascadia Snap' stands out as a perfect snow pea for fresh kitchens and regular harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Beans, Carrot, Corn, Cucumber, Eggplant, Pepper, Radish, Spinach, Tomato, Turnip, Mint\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Alliums\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpread\/carrying\u003c\/strong\u003e : Compact dwarf\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 50 to 60 cm\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 50 seeds\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Certified organic by Ecocert Canada\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : 3-inch pods, thick walls, juicy, very productive, resistant to Fusarium wilt, mosaic virus, and powdery mildew\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLeaf color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Medium green\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eTexture\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Meaty, sweet, juicy\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eCold tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e : Down to -9.5 °C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eSoak the seeds \u003cstrong\u003efor a maximum of 8 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e , then sow directly at a depth of \u003cstrong\u003e2.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e . Space plants \u003cstrong\u003e3 to 5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows 30 to 45 cm apart. Germination takes seven to twenty-one days at temperatures between \u003cstrong\u003e4 and 29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , with optimal temperatures around \u003cstrong\u003e15°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sowing in late summer is possible for an autumn harvest. Provide \u003cstrong\u003epartial sun\/partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e (level 2) and regular watering (level 2). This dwarf plant remains compact and does not require staking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Harvesting and preservation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Harvest when the peas are just beginning to form and continue until the pods reach about \u003cstrong\u003e7 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e in length. The pods are \u003cstrong\u003etastiest at half their original size\u003c\/strong\u003e , about a week after flowering. Store at \u003cstrong\u003e1-2°C\u003c\/strong\u003e for about a week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e • As a \u003cstrong\u003efresh, crunchy and juicy snack\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e• In Asian stir-fries for their meaty texture\u003cbr\u003e • In spring salads\u003cbr\u003e • Lightly steamed\u003cbr\u003e • In fresh vegetable trays\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The \u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e'Cascadia Snap'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e pea combines sweetness, resistance, and yield in a compact and reliable variety. An ideal choice for gardeners looking for a sweet, crisp, and easy-to-grow snap pea.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53075558662304,"sku":"GAI-SEMENCES","price":4.99,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0655\/3878\/5440\/files\/CascadiaPeagaia.jpg?v=1765370514","url":"https:\/\/www.pepiniere.ca\/en\/products\/ga-pois-cascadia-snap-bio","provider":"Pépinière.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}