{"product_id":"alaska-heirloom-pea-seeds","title":"Alaska Heirloom Pea Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eAlaska Pea is one of the earliest and most reliable heirloom peas you can grow — a cool-season classic that thrives where other varieties struggle. Developed in the late 1800s, this smooth-seeded bush pea matures in just 55–60 days, making it ideal for short growing seasons and early spring gardens. The vines stay compact at 2–3 feet, producing sweet, tender pods that are perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or drying.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love Alaska Pea\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the earliest maturing peas — ready in just 55–60 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact 2–3 foot vines — no tall trellis needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, round seeds with sweet, mild flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for short-season climates and early spring planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen-pollinated, non-GMO — save seeds year after year\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhen to Plant\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow 4–6 weeks before your last frost date in spring, as soon as soil can be worked. Peas prefer cool weather and well-draining soil with a temperature between 45–75°F (optimal 55–65°F). Do not start indoors — peas do not transplant well. For a fall harvest, sow 8–10 weeks before your first fall frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFind your frost dates and USDA hardiness zone at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/planthardiness.ars.usda.gov\"\u003eplanthardiness.ars.usda.gov\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow seeds 1 inch deep, 2 inches apart in rows 18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide light support — short brush or a low trellis works well\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep soil consistently moist; peas dislike drought\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest when pods are plump but before seeds bulge — 55–60 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eAll seeds are open-pollinated, non-GMO, and untreated.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Garden Heirloom Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Starter Pack of 10 seeds","offer_id":53805577961786,"sku":null,"price":0.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Garden Pack of 25 seeds - 🌱 Most Popular","offer_id":53805577994554,"sku":null,"price":2.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Harvester Pack of 100 seeds - 🌱 Best Value","offer_id":53805578027322,"sku":null,"price":7.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/7850\/9626\/files\/alaska-pea-pods-harvested-on-outdoor-table.png?v=1785204977","url":"https:\/\/gardenheirloomseeds.com\/products\/alaska-heirloom-pea-seeds","provider":"Garden Heirloom Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}