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Sweet peas?

17 years ago

Can anyone tell me if it's possible to successfully grow

sweet peas in south central Mississippi(zone 8a)?

Thank you for any info you can give me.

Debbie

Comments (2)

alblancher
17 years ago
I harvested sweet peas in Feb and March. They went into the ground in January. I live S of Tylertown.

Al
greenelbows1
17 years ago
When I read 'sweet peas' I think of flowers. When I read 'harvest' I think of things you eat. Whichever you meant, I think the procedure is similar--you plant in winter and pick in late winter. I haven't done it, but I have gardening friends who have done both, so I know it's possible. Think it's wise to use an inoculant. You could check with the LSU extension office or web-site.

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