{"product_id":"mc-pois-nain-tom-thumb-bio","title":"Organic 'Tom Thumb' dwarf peas","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"273\" data-end=\"408\"\u003e 'Tom Thumb' organic dwarf pea (Pisum sativum) from McKenzie Seed Company, a very early, sweet miniature pea ideal for small spaces\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"410\" data-end=\"904\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"418\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eorganic 'Tom Thumb'\u003c\/strong\u003e pea is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"492\"\u003edwarf, very early heirloom variety\u003c\/strong\u003e , perfectly suited to \u003cstrong data-start=\"519\" data-end=\"537\"\u003esmall gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"543\" data-end=\"554\"\u003ebalconies\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"588\"\u003econtainer gardening\u003c\/strong\u003e . The compact plants reach only \u003cstrong data-start=\"631\" data-end=\"656\"\u003e15 to 20 cm in height\u003c\/strong\u003e , yet produce \u003cstrong data-start=\"680\" data-end=\"711\"\u003esmall, 4 to 5 cm pods\u003c\/strong\u003e that are exceptionally \u003cstrong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"767\"\u003esweet, tender, and flavorful\u003c\/strong\u003e . This variety is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"818\"\u003eminiature shelling pea\u003c\/strong\u003e , but the pods can also be eaten \u003cstrong data-start=\"871\" data-end=\"903\"\u003eyoung, like snow peas\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"906\" data-end=\"1335\"\u003eThanks to its rapid growth and naturally low habit, 'Tom Thumb' requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eno staking\u003c\/strong\u003e , making it an excellent choice for gardeners with limited space. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"1106\" data-end=\"1124\"\u003ecool-season\u003c\/strong\u003e crop, it is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1133\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003ebee-friendly\u003c\/strong\u003e and fits easily into compact vegetable gardens. Its sweet, succulent flavor is enjoyed both fresh and cooked, especially in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1303\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003esoups\u003c\/strong\u003e and simple dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1660\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1337\" data-end=\"1359\"\u003eSpread\/carry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dwarf, very compact\u003cbr data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1403\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15 to 20 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1417\" data-end=\"1432\"\u003eSeed producer:\u003c\/strong\u003e McKenzie\u003cbr data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1444\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1444\" data-end=\"1465\"\u003eSeed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom \u003cbr data-start=\"1474\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1507\"\u003ePhysical seed type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Organic seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1527\" data-end=\"1530\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1530\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20 to 30 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eSpecial features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very early maturing, ideal for containers, no support required\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003ePod color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003cbr data-start=\"1692\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1695\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eTexture\/flavor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft, tender and succulent\u003cbr data-start=\"1745\" data-end=\"1748\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1748\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eTolerance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suitable for cool climates\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1792\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003ePeas are a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1860\"\u003ecool-season crop\u003c\/strong\u003e that is \u003cstrong data-start=\"1868\" data-end=\"1904\"\u003esown directly outdoors\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1908\" data-end=\"1930\"\u003eearly spring\u003c\/strong\u003e , as soon as the soil can be worked. The \u003cstrong data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2000\"\u003eideal soil temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e is between \u003cstrong data-start=\"2016\" data-end=\"2031\"\u003e10 and 16°C\u003c\/strong\u003e . To speed up germination, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2083\" data-end=\"2138\"\u003ethe seeds can be soaked for 30 minutes to 24 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e in room-temperature water before sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2193\" data-end=\"2528\"\u003eSow at \u003cstrong data-start=\"2201\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003ea depth of 2.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e , spacing the seeds approximately \u003cstrong data-start=\"2261\" data-end=\"2271\"\u003e2.5 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart in rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2309\"\u003e75 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart. Gently press the soil to ensure good seed-to-soil contact, then water lightly. 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Pick \u003cstrong data-start=\"2900\" data-end=\"2926\"\u003eyoung, well-formed\u003c\/strong\u003e pods to fully enjoy their \u003cstrong data-start=\"2960\" data-end=\"2981\"\u003enatural sweetness\u003c\/strong\u003e . Regular harvesting encourages continuous production. Consistent watering, equivalent to \u003cstrong data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3104\"\u003e2.5 to 5 cm of water per week\u003c\/strong\u003e , ensures tender, high-quality pods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3149\" data-end=\"3172\"\u003e Usage ideas\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3174\" data-end=\"3454\"\u003e The 'Tom Thumb' pea is delicious \u003cstrong data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3217\"\u003efresh\u003c\/strong\u003e , but it's also excellent for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3254\" data-end=\"3265\"\u003ecooking\u003c\/strong\u003e , especially in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3286\" data-end=\"3296\"\u003esoups\u003c\/strong\u003e , simple dishes, or spring side dishes. 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