Climbing up to 1.5m (5ft), this heritage pea brings both height and interest its twining tendrils and neat green foliage that quickly covers supports. Pea 'Blauwschokker' stands out with its pretty bi-coloured pink and purple flowers, soon followed by striking deep purple pods that are easy to spot when picking.
It’s a productive choice too, giving you flexibility in the kitchen. Harvest early for crisp mangetout, or let the pods mature to enjoy sweet green peas inside, or even dry them for later use.
Best grown in full sun with fertile, moist but well-drained soil, it benefits from netting or canes to climb. Regular picking keeps plants cropping well, making this colourful and easy-to-grow vegetable a rewarding and colourful addition to any kitchen garden.
