The Sugar Ann pea, introduced in 1984, is not classified as an heirloom variety. As, heirloom varieties are typically defined as those that have been passed down through several generations, often over 50 years. Sugar Ann, being a more recent introduction and a winner of the All-America Selections award in its release year, is better classified as a modern cultivar rather than an heirloom. Its development was focused on providing a compact, early-maturing snap pea variety suitable for gardeners with limited space or those seeking low-maintenance plants.
This pea quickly became a popular variety due to its compact growth habit and early maturation. As an All-America Selections winner, Sugar Ann was developed as a smaller, bush-type alternative to the taller Sugar Snap pea. It’s appreciated for its plump, sweet pods that mature earlier than its relative, the Sugar Snap pea. This variety’s development was part of an effort to provide growers with a snap pea that didn’t require trellising, making it ideal for gardeners with limited space or those who prefer low-maintenance plants.
These pea seeds are available directly from Garden Faerie Botanicals in the heart of British Columbia, Canada. The collection features heirloom and heritage seeds that are personally cultivated organically without the use of any chemicals. Emphasizing historical, rare, non-GMO seeds, this selection preserves biodiversity through open-pollination.
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