Heirloom PEA - BLAUWSCHOKKER, organic seed, heirloom

Pisum sativum

Pea ‘Blauwschokker’ can also be found with its full name of ‘Ezetha's Krombek Blauschok’ - Blauschok meaning ‘Blue Podded’. Originated from the period when improving peas was one the most popular pastime by Capuchin monks in Holland and northern Germany. These types of purple podded varieties are known as Capucijners, after the Capuchin monks who originally bred improved field peas in the 15th Century.

‘Blauwschokker’ produce good yields of  bright green peas with an abundance of red and violet flowers are followed by deep purple pods.
Pants grow tall so will need strong support.
These peas are very decorative and ornamental, you can grow them in your flower garden.