Garden pea

Garden pea (Pisum sativum) is a type of legume that is grown in many parts of the world for its small spherical seeds. It is a cool-season crop grown in many parts of the world; planting can take place from winter to early summer depending on location.

Description

The garden pea is an annual plant, with a life cycle of one year. It is a cool-season crop grown in many parts of the world; planting can take place from winter to early summer depending on location. The average pea weighs between 0.1 and 0.36 grams. The immature peas (and in snow peas the tender pod as well) are used as a vegetable, fresh, frozen or canned; varieties of the species typically called field peas are grown to produce dry peas like the split pea shelled from a matured pod.

History

The garden pea has been cultivated for at least 7,000 years, and may have originated in the Middle East. It was probably domesticated in the Near East, and then spread to the Mediterranean region and Europe. The garden pea was one of the first crops to be improved by selective breeding during the Scientific Revolution in the 17th century.

Cultivation

Garden peas are usually grown in cooler climates, as they prefer cool, damp weather. They are planted in the early spring, and can be harvested in the early summer. The plants are usually trellised, as they can grow up to 2 meters in height.

Nutritional Value

Garden peas are a good source of Vitamin A, Vitamin C, and dietary fiber. They also contain significant amounts of iron and protein.

Uses

Garden peas are used in a variety of dishes, including soups, stews, and salads. They can also be eaten raw or cooked, and are often used as a side dish.

See Also

• Pea
• Legume
• Vitamin A
• Vitamin C

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