12-16 days. Mammoth Melting Sugar Pod Snow Pea shoots are bright and full of sweet flavor, and they grow very long. No tendrils, a very leafy pea shoot.
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GardenSnow Pea Mammoth Melting Sugar Pod Microgreens
- Presoak: 4 hours
- Suitable Growth Medium: Hydroponic & Soil (preferred)
- Seeds Per 10"x20" Tray: Amount of seeds may vary, but we recommend 5-8 oz per tray
- Germ time: 2-3 Days
- Harvest time: 12-16 Days
- Color: A long stem with a leafy top
- Flavor: crunchy, very sweet, fresh (tastes just like snow pea pods)
- Shape: Stemy, tendrilly
- Texture: Crunchy, succulent
- Nutrients: Vitamins A and C, folic acid, calcium, iron, and fiber
Pea shoots, also known as pea microgreens, usually have very prominent root systems, which is why it is primarily grown in soil. The roots like to burrow and explore the soil while taking hold so the shoots can start "shooting" up. It is possible to get them to thrive with the right hydroponic medium.