Sugar Daddy Snap Pea
Pisum sativum var. macrocarpodum 'Sugar Daddy'
An All-America Selections winner that revolutionized snap pea growing with its stringless pods and exceptional sweetness. This compact variety produces plump, crispy pods that are completely edible and require no tedious string removal. The plants are naturally dwarf and sturdy, making them perfect for small gardens and containers.
Harvest
72-75d
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 Daddy 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
Loosens soil for pea roots and benefits from nitrogen fixation
Radishes
Quick harvest before peas need space, helps break up soil
Lettuce
Grows well in partial shade of pea vines, complementary root depths
Spinach
Cool season crop that benefits from nitrogen fixation, doesn't compete for space
Cucumbers
Can share trellises, peas provide nitrogen while cucumbers provide ground cover
Marigolds
Repel aphids and other pests that commonly attack peas
Chives
Repel aphids and improve overall garden health
Mint
Deters ants and rodents that may eat pea seeds
Keep Apart
Onions
Can inhibit pea growth and nitrogen fixation
Garlic
Allelopathic compounds can stunt pea growth and reduce yields
Gladiolus
Heavy feeder that competes aggressively for nutrients peas need
Pests & Disease Resistance
Resistance
Good resistance to powdery mildew and pea enation mosaic virus
Common Pests
Pea aphids, pea weevils, cutworms
Diseases
Powdery mildew, root rot, downy mildew