{"product_id":"pea-purple-podded-457","title":"Pea Purple Podded Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePisum sativum\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePurple Podded, also known as Capujiner, is a centuries-old heirloom Pea producing striking deep purple pods that contrast beautifully against green foliage. The vigorous climbing vines can reach approximately 1.5–2 m tall and make an impressive feature when grown over a trellis or other sturdy support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInside the colourful pods are plump green peas with a rich, traditional pea flavour. Harvest them young for shelling and eating fresh, or allow the peas to fully mature and dry for storing and later use in soups, stews and other slow-cooked dishes. The purple pods themselves become increasingly fibrous as they mature and are primarily valued for the peas within.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCapujiner peas have a particularly interesting history in the Netherlands, where old forms of this pea have been cultivated for centuries and are traditionally associated with Dutch monastic gardens. Known in Dutch as \u003cem\u003ekapucijners\u003c\/em\u003e, they became valued as a dependable dried pulse that could be stored through winter, while young peas could also be enjoyed fresh during the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis dual-purpose nature helped make Capujiner a useful staple crop for generations. Today it remains popular with heritage growers and seed savers for its history, distinctive colouring, flavour and ability to provide both a fresh and storable harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeas are among the world’s oldest cultivated food crops, originating in the Near East and grown since ancient times. Early peas were primarily harvested and dried for storage, with tender green peas becoming popular much later.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed count: approximately 3–5 seeds\/g\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximately 15 seeds per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTropics: Autumn to winter\u003cbr\u003eSubtropics: Late summer to autumn\u003cbr\u003eMild climates: Late summer to autumn\u003cbr\u003eCold climates: Spring, with autumn sowing possible in suitable areas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow approximately 20–30 mm deep directly where plants are to grow. Peas generally dislike root disturbance, so direct sowing is preferred.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpace seeds approximately 5–10 cm apart and provide a strong trellis, netting or other support. Vines can reach approximately 1.5–2 m tall and will produce more effectively when allowed to climb freely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. Peas tolerate a range of soil types but dislike waterlogged conditions. Maintain consistent moisture during flowering and pod development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHarvest pods while the peas inside are young and tender for fresh shelling. For dried peas, leave selected pods on the vines until fully mature and dry before shelling and storing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, we cannot send Pea seeds to Tasmania and WA has a 10,000 seeds limit per variety.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649652969690,"sku":null,"price":4.2,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/V_Pea_PurplePodded_dc6c8b27-6ff8-41ee-839f-9b96a6868d5a.jpg?v=1771299299","url":"https:\/\/www.edenseeds.com.au\/products\/pea-purple-podded-457","provider":"Eden Seeds ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}