Oregon Sugar Pod II is a popular, disease-resistant snow pea variety known for its tender, stringless, flat pods and high yields. Perfect for cool-season growing, it’s ideal for stir-fries, fresh snacking, and early harvests in spring and fall.

Quick Facts

• Botanical name: Pisum sativum

• Common name: Oregon Sugar Pod II Snow Pea

• Plant type: Cool-season annual legume

• Days to maturity: 60–65 days

• Plant height: 28–36 inches (short vine)

• Sun exposure: Full sun to light shade

• Hardiness zones: USDA 3–11 (spring/fall crop)

• Spacing: 1–2 inches apart in rows 18–24 inches apart

When to Plant

• Spring: Sow 4–6 weeks before the last frost, as soon as soil is workable.

• Fall: Sow 8–10 weeks before first expected frost for a fall crop.

• Germination time: 7–10 days at 45–75°F (7–24°C)

How to Plant

1. Soil preparation: Loose, well-drained soil enriched with compost. Avoid waterlogged or clay-heavy soils.

2. Sowing depth: 1 inch deep.

3. Support: Use a low trellis or pea fence — though short, plants benefit from light support.

4. Watering: Keep soil moist, especially during flowering and pod development.

Growing Tips

• No need to thin — sow thickly for higher yields.

• Avoid planting in the same spot as other legumes from the previous season.

• Tolerates light frosts; great for early spring and fall gardens.

• Resistant to pea enation virus, powdery mildew, and fusarium wilt.

Harvesting

• Harvest flat, tender pods when 3–4 inches long and before peas inside start to swell.

• Pick every 1–2 days to keep plants producing.

• Eat fresh, sautéed, or added to stir-fries and salads.

Companion Plants

Pairs well with carrots, radishes, turnips, lettuce, and spinach. Avoid planting near garlic or onions, which may inhibit growth.

Why Grow Oregon Sugar Pod II?

This high-yielding, stringless snow pea is an easy, reliable choice for gardeners of all levels. It’s compact, productive, and ideal for fresh eating or cooking. Excellent disease resistance makes it a dependable cool-season crop.