Varieties: Perfection, Bolero, and many others
Planting Dates: As soon as ground thaws through the end of April
Spacing: Usually 7″ row spacing and 3″ plant spacing (using grain drill)
Plant Density: 300,000 plants per acre
Bloom Date: 30 days after planting
Harvest Date: Fresh Peas: 60 days, Dry Peas: 90 days after planting
Irrigation Types: Rill, Sprinkler: 21 inches of water
Cultural Practices: No cultivation, sometimes swathed or windrowed for combining purposes.