Little Marvel Pea | 50 Seeds/Pk

Little Marvel Pea Seeds (Pisum sativum) – 50+ Non-GMO Heirloom Seeds for Planting, Compact Bush Variety with Sweet Green Pods, by Isla’s Garden Seeds, Gift Idea for Home Gardeners

Pisum sativum "Little Marvel"

Little Marvel Garden Pea (Pisum sativum) is a beloved heirloom variety prized for its sweet, tender peas and reliable yields. Compact, bushy plants produce an abundance of pods filled with plump, flavorful peas perfect for fresh eating, freezing, or cooking. Maturing in about 60 days, Little Marvel thrives in the cool weather of spring and early fall, making it a versatile choice for multiple harvests in a single season. These peas perform well in garden beds or containers, needing minimal support due to their tidy, compact growth. A favorite among home gardeners for generations, Little Marvel combines ease of growing with delicious, classic garden flavor.

A compact plant that produces prolifically, Little Marvel is the best of old-timer pea varieties. Pods are small (3”) and bright-green and produce tight rows of sweet, tender peas.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 2–3” apart
Water: Moderate, consistent moisture
Days to Maturity: 60–63 days
Height: 18–24”
Zones: 3–9

Approx seeds per order 50

Peas thrive in cool weather, so plant them early in the spring as soon as the soil can be worked. For best results, sow 4–6 weeks before the last frost, when the soil temperature is at least 45°F. Choose a well-drained area to avoid waterlogging from melting snow or heavy spring rains.

Plant seeds 1" deep and 2" apart in rows spaced 12–24" apart. Provide a trellis or support early to avoid disturbing the young roots later. Water lightly, as spring soil often holds enough moisture—only water if plants show signs of wilting. Weed gently to protect the shallow, delicate roots. For a longer harvest, sow additional seeds 6–8 weeks after your first planting.

Little Marvel Garden Peas grow best in USDA Zones 3–9, thriving in the cool weather of spring and early fall. In warmer zones, they should be planted earlier in the season to avoid heat stress, while in cooler zones, they can often produce an extended harvest before summer temperatures rise.

Type: Annual
Sun: Full
Planting Depth: 1”
Spacing: 2–3” apart
Water: Moderate, consistent moisture
Days to Maturity: 60–63 days
Height: 18–24”
Zones: 3–9