| Champion of England Pea Seeds (Pisum sativum cv.). Fearing Burr, in Field and Garden Vegetables of America, 1863, wrote that the Champion of England Pea originated in England by William Fairbeard in 1843; and observed: "It is ... one of the most valuable acquisitions which have been obtained for many years, being remarkably tender and sugary, and in all respects, of first rate excellence." This is a tall (5'-10') climbing, wrinkle-seeded pea, producing heavy crops, with 8-10 peas per pod. Garden or English peas enjoy cool, moist conditions, and... - Champion of England Pea Seeds (Pisum sativum cv.). |