Tag: legumes

Vegetables

How to Grow Pigeon Peas

Pigeon peas are a hardy, long living legume that can be grown as both a food crop and a soil improving plant. They are valued for their protein rich seeds, deep root system and ability to thrive with minimal care once established. This guide explains how pigeon pea plants grow, what conditions they need and […]

Vegetables

How to Grow Green Peas

Green peas are one of the most rewarding cool season crops for home gardeners. They sprout quickly, grow reliably in both containers and garden beds and produce sweet pods that taste noticeably fresher than anything you can buy at the store. This guide explains how pea plants grow, what conditions they need, how to care […]