{"product_id":"dundale-pea-seeds","title":"Dundale Pea Seeds (Pisum sativum) Reliable pea variety producing sweet tender pods; cool-season performer ideal for cover cropping and home gardens","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cem\u003e200+ Seeds\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 dir=\"ltr\" class=\"text-text-100 mt-3 -mb-1 text-[1.375rem] font-bold\"\u003eDundale Pea Seeds (Pisum sativum) — The Reliable Cool-Season Legume That Feeds Both Garden \u0026amp; Soil\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eDundale Pea is the hardworking field pea thriving in cool seasons... an ancient open-pollinated heirloom with triple benefits: produces tender, sweet edible pods for fresh snacking, furnishes protein-rich forage for livestock and wildlife, and fixes nitrogen directly into soil. Growing vigorously spring through early summer, Dundale reaches 24-48 inches with classic vining form, producing clusters of sweet peas. At just 60-70 days from planting, it matures quickly for succession plantings or fall sowing. Remarkably cold-tolerant, seedlings shrug off frost in the low 20s, making it ideal for early spring or late-season planting. The thick succulent foliage breaks down rapidly when incorporated, adding vital organic matter and nitrogen. Perfect for cover cropping, green manure, sprouting, microgreens, soups, and storage... Dundale is the pea that works while you sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho Grows Dundale Pea Seeds?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSustainable farmers building soil fertility without chemicals. Home gardeners wanting reliable spring and fall pea production. Cover crop specialists restoring depleted soils. Livestock managers seeking high-protein forage. Sprouting and microgreen growers. Anyone managing cool-season gardens in zones 3-10.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat This Ancient Heirloom Legume Actually Is\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePisum sativum subsp. arvense\u003c\/em\u003e 'Dundale', Field Pea or Dun Pea. Ancient open-pollinated legume native to Mediterranean and western Asia. Vining plant 24-48 inches tall with weak angular stems and coiling tendrils. Produces small flowers followed by tender pods with sweet peas. Dun-colored dried seeds, ~2,000 per pound. Quick maturity: 60-70 days from planting. Cold-hardy, tolerates frost to low 20s. Exceptional nitrogen-fixing ability enriches soil. High-protein forage for livestock and wildlife. Succulent foliage breaks down rapidly. Open-pollinated, non-GMO.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIn the Kitchen, Garden \u0026amp; Field\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Pods:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender young pods for snacking and salads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePea Shoots:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest tendrils for salad greens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDried Peas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cook for soups and stews.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSprouting:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-protein sprouts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLivestock Forage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium green chop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWildlife Feed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer and bird mixes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreen Manure:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plow under for nitrogen fixation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCover Crop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Suppress weeds, prevent erosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Dundale Pea Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\" class=\"[li_\u0026amp;]:mb-0 [li_\u0026amp;]:mt-1 [li_\u0026amp;]:gap-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ul]:pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:last-child)_ol]:pb-1 list-disc flex flex-col gap-1 pl-8 mb-3 print:block print:space-y-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeason:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cool-season. Spring or fall planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA 3-10. Frost-hardy to low 20s°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTiming:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early spring as soil workable. Fall: 6-8 weeks before freeze.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimum 41°F for germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, moderate fertility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun optimal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate moisture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e 75-100 lbs\/acre. 5 lbs per 1,000 sq ft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-1.5 inches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60-70 days from planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 days from planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFrost:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tolerates low 20s, regenerates after damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen:\u003c\/strong\u003e Symbiotic soil bacteria enrichment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"font-claude-response-body whitespace-normal break-words pl-2\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal. No fertilizer if inoculated.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"border-border-200 border-t-0.5 my-3 mx-1.5\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBefore You Close This Page\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHeirloom field pea, cool-season vining annual. 24-48 inches tall. Sweet tender pods for eating. 60-70 day maturity. Frost-hardy to low 20s°F. Nitrogen-fixing soil enricher. High-protein livestock forage. Green manure and cover crop. Sprouting and microgreens capable. Open-pollinated, non-GMO. Zones 3-10. Fresh, dried, forage, or green manure. The reliable pea that feeds garden and soil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"terramatergardens","offers":[{"title":"200+ Seeds","offer_id":54008854806846,"sku":"11509","price":2.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3.5 Oz","offer_id":54008854839614,"sku":"11510","price":4.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/8836\/7166\/files\/candles-5575.png?v=1785812160","url":"https:\/\/www.terramatergardens.com\/products\/dundale-pea-seeds","provider":"Terra Mater Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}