Pea Alderman Seeds

Pea Alderman Seeds

Pea Alderman Seeds produce heavy crops of long, well-filled pods packed with large, sweet, tender peas. This traditional tall-growing pea variety is renowned for its excellent flavour, vigorous growth, and generous yields, making it a firm favourite with home gardeners and allotment growers.

Also known as a Telephone Pea, Alderman develops tall climbing plants that make excellent use of vertical growing space. The large pods contain delicious peas that are perfect for eating fresh, steaming, cooking, and freezing, providing plentiful harvests throughout the summer.

Easy to grow and highly productive, Pea Alderman is an excellent choice for kitchen gardens, allotments, raised beds, and vegetable plots where sturdy climbing supports can be provided.

Key Features

Traditional tall-growing garden pea with excellent flavour.

Produces long, well-filled pods containing sweet, tender peas.

Vigorous climbing plants with heavy yields.

Excellent for fresh eating, cooking, and freezing.

Makes excellent use of vertical growing space.

Suitable for kitchen gardens, allotments, and raised beds.

Reliable and rewarding variety for home gardeners.

How to Grow Pea Alderman Seeds

Sow Pea Alderman Seeds directly outdoors from March to June into fertile, well-drained soil.

Sow seeds approximately 5cm deep and 5–8cm apart, keeping the soil moist during germination.

Grow in a sunny position and provide tall, sturdy supports using pea netting, canes, or trellis as the plants develop.

Water regularly during flowering and pod formation to encourage strong growth and well-filled pods.

Harvest pods regularly once they become plump and well filled for the sweetest flavour.

Pea Growing Tips

Provide tall supports early, as Alderman Peas are vigorous climbers.

Water regularly during flowering and pod development.

Harvest pods frequently to encourage continued cropping.

Mulch around plants to help retain moisture during dry weather.

Pick peas while young and tender for the sweetest flavour.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall do Alderman Peas grow?
Alderman is a tall climbing pea and can reach around 1.5–2m depending on growing conditions.

Do Alderman Peas need support?
Yes, sturdy pea netting, canes, or trellis are recommended due to their vigorous climbing growth.

Can Alderman Peas be frozen?
Yes, their sweet flavour and tender texture make them excellent for freezing.

When can Alderman Peas be harvested?
Pods are generally ready during summer, depending on sowing time and growing conditions.

Perfect For

Kitchen gardens

Allotments

Raised beds

Vertical growing

Fresh harvesting

Freezing

Home cooking

Traditional vegetable gardens