Sugar Ann Snap Pea
Pisum sativum 'Sugar Ann'
An All-America Selections winner that revolutionized snap pea growing with its compact 2-foot vines that don't require trellising. This early-maturing variety produces an abundance of sweet, crisp pods that are perfect for eating fresh off the vine. Ideal for container gardens and small spaces while delivering full-sized flavor.
Harvest
50-60d
Days to harvest
Sun
Full sun to partial shade
Zones
2–11
USDA hardiness
Height
12-18 inches
Planting Timeline
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Sugar Ann Snap Pea · Zones 2–11
Growing Details
Zone-by-Zone Planting Calendar
Complete Growing Guide
Height: Height: 1.00 to 1.50 feet. Spread: Spread: 0.60 to 1.00 feet. Sun: Sun: Full sun. Water: Water: Medium. Zones: Zone: 2 to 11. Bloom time: Bloom Time: Flowers not showy. Maintenance: Maintenance: Medium.
Harvesting
Bloom time: Bloom Time: Flowers not showy
History & Origin
Family: Family: Fabaceae
Companion Plants
Plant Together
Carrots
Their roots help break up soil for pea root development, and peas fix nitrogen that carrots can use
Radishes
Help loosen soil around pea roots and mature quickly before peas need full space
Lettuce
Grows well in the partial shade created by pea vines and has shallow roots that don't compete
Spinach
Cool-season crop that benefits from nitrogen fixed by peas and doesn't compete for space
Marigolds
Repel aphids, thrips, and other pests that commonly attack pea plants
Chives
Natural pest deterrent that repels aphids and adds sulfur compounds to soil
Cilantro
Attracts beneficial insects like parasitic wasps that control pea pests
Bush Beans
Both are nitrogen-fixing legumes that can share beneficial soil bacteria
Keep Apart
Onions
Can inhibit pea growth through root secretions and compete for nutrients
Garlic
Allelopathic compounds can stunt pea growth and development
Gladiolus
Heavy feeder that competes aggressively with peas for nutrients and water
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Resistant to powdery mildew and pea enation mosaic virus
Common Pests
Pea aphids, pea weevils, thrips
Diseases
Fusarium wilt, root rot, downy mildew