Planting Austrian Winter Peas: How Deep Should You Go?

Austrian winter peas are easy to grow and can be planted in a variety of ways. They are winter hardy in USDA zones 6 and above, but in zones 5 and colder, they should be planted in the spring as soon as the ground can be worked. Peas work best when incorporated to a depth of 1 to 1/2 inches deep. They can be planted in a 2' x 2' patch, with an inch of soil on top.

Austrian winter peas should be planted 1 to 1 1/2 inches deep

When used as a cover crop, Austrian winter peas are often planted with a mixture of seeds such as oilseed radishes or various types of clover. They are winter hardy in USDA zones 6 and above.

One way to plant Austrian winter peas for edible shoots is to dump an entire packet into a 2' x 2' patch and spread the seeds out more or less evenly before putting an inch of soil on top. It's okay if the seeds overlap since the purpose is to create a "chia pet" effect of salad greens.

They grow well in nearly any type of well-drained soil

Austrian winter peas are a vine plant that can grow to between 2 and 4 feet in length. They bear pink, purple or white blooms in spring. They grow well in nearly any type of well-drained soil, although they need consistent moisture and don't do well in arid climates where rainfall is less than 20 inches per year. They are winter hardy in USDA zones 6 and above, but in zones 5 and colder they should be planted in the spring as soon as the ground can be worked. Tropical areas with mild winters can plant Austrian winter peas in the shade during the coolest part of the season or in a pot in a sunny window indoors.

To plant Austrian winter peas, you can dump an entire packet into a 2' x 2' patch and spread the seeds out more or less evenly before putting an inch of soil on top. It's okay if the seeds are so dense that some of them overlap, as the purpose is to create a "chia pet" effect of salad greens. Pea seeds are one of the easiest to germinate. Once the tangled mat of vines reaches 8" or taller, it is easy to cut off the tender tips with scissors and put them in a salad bowl or stir fry.

Austrian winter peas are often planted with a mixture of seeds such as oilseed radishes or various types of clover. They should be broadcast at a rate of 50 lbs/acre into a well-prepared seedbed, or they can be drilled. Peas work much better when incorporated to a depth of 1 to 1 1/2" deep.

They need consistent moisture and don't do well in arid climates

Austrian winter peas are a vine plant that can grow to be 2 to 4 feet long and bear pink, purple, or white blooms in the spring. They are easy to establish and can be broadcast at a rate of 50 lbs/acre into a well-prepared seedbed. They can also be drilled, but the rate at which they should be drilled is not specified. When planting Austrian winter peas, it is important to note that they need consistent moisture and don't do well in arid climates where rainfall is less than 20 inches per year.

To plant Austrian winter peas, it is recommended to dump an entire packet into a 2' x 2' patch and spread the seeds out more or less evenly before putting an inch of soil on top. It is okay if the seeds overlap, as the purpose is to create a "chia pet" effect of salad greens. Once the tangled mat of vines reaches 8" or taller, it is easy to cut off the tender tips with scissors and add them to a salad or stir fry.

Austrian winter peas can also be planted with a mixture of seeds such as oilseed radishes or various types of clover. When used as a cover crop, they should be incorporated to a depth of 1 to 1 1/2" deep. Zones 5 and colder should plant Austrian winter peas in the spring as soon as the ground can be worked. Tropical areas with mild winters can plant Austrian winter peas in the shade during the coolest part of the season or in a pot in a sunny window indoors.

It is important to inoculate winter peas with strain C unless using pre-inoculated seed. This will help ensure healthy, vigorous plots that can endure adverse weather conditions and heavy browsing pressure.

They are winter hardy in USDA zones 6 and above

Austrian winter peas are a vine plant that can reach lengths of 2 to 4 feet. They bear pink, purple or white blooms in spring. They are winter hardy in USDA zones 6 and above, and can be planted in zones 5 and colder in the spring as soon as the ground can be worked. Tropical areas with mild winters can plant Austrian winter peas in the shade during the coolest part of the season or in a pot in a sunny window indoors.

Austrian winter peas are often planted with a mixture of seeds such as oilseed radishes or various types of clover. They perform well in nearly any type of well-drained soil, but they need consistent moisture and don't do well in arid climates where rainfall is less than 20 inches per year.

To plant Austrian winter peas, you can dump an entire packet into a 2' x 2' patch and spread the seeds out more or less evenly before putting an inch of soil on top. It's okay if the seeds overlap because the purpose is to create a "chia pet" effect of salad greens. Pea seeds are one of the easiest to germinate. Once the tangled mat of vines reaches 8" or taller, it is easy to cut off the tender tips with scissors and put them in a salad bowl or stir fry.

Austrian winter peas are very easy to establish and should be broadcast at a rate of 50 lbs/acre into a well-prepared seedbed. They can also be drilled, or flown into standing crops (although this is risky). They work best when incorporated to a depth of 1 to 1 1/2" deep.

They are easy to establish and should be broadcast at a rate of 50 lbs/acre

Austrian winter peas are easy to establish and should be broadcast at a rate of 50 lbs/acre into a well-prepared seedbed. Peas work better when incorporated to a depth of 1 to 1/2″ deep. They can be planted in a mixture of seeds, such as oilseed radishes or clover. Peas are one of the easiest seeds to germinate. Austrian winter peas perform well in nearly any type of well-drained soil, but they need consistent moisture and don't do well in arid climates where rainfall is less than 20 inches per year. Zones 5 and colder should plant Austrian winter peas in the spring as soon as the ground can be worked. Tropical areas with mild winters can plant Austrian winter peas in the shade during the coolest part of the season or in a pot in a sunny window indoors.

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