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Pea: Robinson
Robinson is a heritage shelling pea prized for its sweet, classic pea flavour and reliable yields. Originally bred in Scotland but grown in Leicestershire since the 1950’s by someone who was given them by a Mr Robinson. Tall, vigorous plants produce an abundance of long pods filled with plump, tasty peas. Perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or cooking, Robinson is ideal for gardeners seeking a traditional pea variety with dependable performance in UK conditions.
3 in stock
Description
Best Grown: Outdoors in beds, borders, or along fences or supports
Sowing Time: March–June
Plant Out: Direct sow outdoors March onwards
Harvest Time: June–August (approx. 12–14 weeks from sowing)
Spacing: Plant 5–8 cm apart in rows 45 cm apart
Height: Grows approx. 1.2–1.5 m tall
Difficulty: Easy
Why grow it?
- Heritage shelling pea with classic sweet flavour
- Produces long pods filled with plump peas
- Vigorous plants ideal for trellises or supports
- Reliable yields even in variable UK weather
- Excellent for fresh eating, freezing, or cooking
How to grow: Sow directly outdoors March–June in well-prepared soil. Sow seeds 3–5 cm deep, spacing 5–8 cm apart in rows 45 cm apart. Provide support for climbing growth. Water regularly, especially during flowering and pod formation. Harvest pods when well-filled and peas are sweet and tender.
Cooking / usage ideas: Enjoy fresh from the pod, lightly steamed as a side dish, tossed into salads, or frozen for later use.
Seeds per pack: Approx. 40 seeds
