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Lincoln Shell Garden Pea Seeds

Pisum sativum

5.00 (5 reviews)
  • HOW TO GROW
  • FAST FACTS
  • REVIEWS

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Because peas thrive in cool weather and do not transplant well, Lincoln Shell garden pea seeds should be planted outside 4-6 weeks before the last frost or when the average soil temperature reaches at least 40 degrees F. If planting later, remember that most peas won't tolerate weather above 75 degrees F. If planting peas in your soil for the first time, keep in mind that a powder inoculant of beneficial bacteria should coat the seeds. Plant the peas 2" apart and 2" deep in light soil and full sun. For an early spring crop, plant in the same manner in the fall. Peas do not do well when planted near onions or garlic.

Growing: Before they bloom, pea plants need to be kept moist but not wet; after blooming, slightly increase the watering. Remove weeds carefully to avoid disturbing the plants; mulch may be helpful to conserve moisture and control weeds. Lincoln Shell pea produces compact vines, and can tolerate some heat.

Harvesting: Shelling peas generally taste best when harvested as soon as the pods have filled out, but before they reach their full size. Remove even the pods that have passed their prime, since old pods left on the vines will stop the production of new pods. Lincoln peas should be quite easy to shell.

Seed Saving: To save seed from garden peas, let the pods mature fully on the vine; they will turn brown, and the peas should rattle inside when they have dried completely. Pick them individually, or pull the entire plant and hang it upside down in a warm, dry location to finish drying. Shell the peas after 1-2 weeks of drying. Store Lincoln Shell garden pea seeds in a cool, dry place for up to three years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Pisum sativum

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm Season

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 90

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 30 Inches

Color: Green

Lincoln Shell Garden Pea Seeds 5.0
Review By Black Brook Farm

Best Shell Pea Ever

We have been growing Lincoln Pea for more than 30 years. It has the best flavor of them all. They never make it back to the house. Children cannot resist snacking on them fresh in the field. Great heirloom. Thank you for offering the seed.

Lincoln Shell Garden Pea Seeds 5.0
Review By Yagar

Great Seeds

This is my third year from purchasing from Everwilde. I have never had a problem with them. High quality seeds at a fair price.

Lincoln Shell Garden Pea Seeds 5.0
Review By Calesta Rieth

great

fast shipping very well packaged

Lincoln Shell Garden Pea Seeds 5.0
Review By Bruce Gorham

Delicious and easy to grow

In zone 7 I've had good luck with both fall and spring crops.

Lincoln Shell Garden Pea Seeds 5.0
Review By stephen lawson

Order early

I ordered early and my normal go to strain not in stock yet so I decided to buy these which have good description and believe will be a good pea for me. I will also look back at this site to see if others will be in-stock soon, I wanted to have seed on-hand in-case either were not in-stock when I look again later, either way I look forward to trying Lincoln Shell.

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XL Mylar Packet (~100 Seeds) $3.48 -+
1/4 Lb Mylar (~360 Seeds) $6.86 -+
1 Lb Mylar (454g) $9.60 -+
5 Lb Mylar (2.27kg) $43.20 -+
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DESCRIPTION

This Old English favorite is exceptionally tender and is one of the sweetest peas you can grow. Excellent for fresh eating in the garden, and also excellent for freezing. They are among the top heat-resistant types of all peas, and their compact growth habit makes these Lincoln Shell garden pea seeds the perfect choice for home gardens.
The Lincoln Pea originated in England, the home of many superior shelling peas. This variety was first offered in the States by J.M. Thorburn in 1908, and quickly became the most superior in taste and quality. Lincoln Shell still stands at the top of the list for sweetness in shelling peas.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Because peas thrive in cool weather and do not transplant well, Lincoln Shell garden pea seeds should be planted outside 4-6 weeks before the last frost or when the average soil temperature reaches at least 40 degrees F. If planting later, remember that most peas won't tolerate weather above 75 degrees F. If planting peas in your soil for the first time, keep in mind that a powder inoculant of beneficial bacteria should coat the seeds. Plant the peas 2" apart and 2" deep in light soil and full sun. For an early spring crop, plant in the same manner in the fall. Peas do not do well when planted near onions or garlic.

Growing: Before they bloom, pea plants need to be kept moist but not wet; after blooming, slightly increase the watering. Remove weeds carefully to avoid disturbing the plants; mulch may be helpful to conserve moisture and control weeds. Lincoln Shell pea produces compact vines, and can tolerate some heat.

Harvesting: Shelling peas generally taste best when harvested as soon as the pods have filled out, but before they reach their full size. Remove even the pods that have passed their prime, since old pods left on the vines will stop the production of new pods. Lincoln peas should be quite easy to shell.

Seed Saving: To save seed from garden peas, let the pods mature fully on the vine; they will turn brown, and the peas should rattle inside when they have dried completely. Pick them individually, or pull the entire plant and hang it upside down in a warm, dry location to finish drying. Shell the peas after 1-2 weeks of drying. Store Lincoln Shell garden pea seeds in a cool, dry place for up to three years.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Pisum sativum

Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season|Warm Season

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Seeds per Ounce: 90

Planting Method: Direct Sow

Sunlight: Full Sun

Height: 30 Inches

Color: Green

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 5 reviews
5.0

Review By Black Brook Farm

Best Shell Pea Ever

We have been growing Lincoln Pea for more than 30 years. It has the best flavor of them all. They never make it back to the house. Children cannot resist snacking on them fresh in the field. Great heirloom. Thank you for offering the seed.

5.0

Review By Yagar

Great Seeds

This is my third year from purchasing from Everwilde. I have never had a problem with them. High quality seeds at a fair price.

5.0

Review By Calesta Rieth

great

fast shipping very well packaged

5.0

Review By Bruce Gorham

Delicious and easy to grow

In zone 7 I've had good luck with both fall and spring crops.

5.0

Review By stephen lawson

Order early

I ordered early and my normal go to strain not in stock yet so I decided to buy these which have good description and believe will be a good pea for me. I will also look back at this site to see if others will be in-stock soon, I wanted to have seed on-hand in-case either were not in-stock when I look again later, either way I look forward to trying Lincoln Shell.