Choose a cool-season planting time
Select a sunny location with well-drained soil
Prepare the soil by loosening it and removing weeds
Mix in compost or well-rotted organic matter
Sow pea seeds directly into the soil
Plant seeds about 1 to 2 inches deep
Space seeds according to the variety
Water the soil after planting
Keep the soil consistently moist, not waterlogged
Provide a trellis or support for climbing varieties
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Weed carefully to avoid disturbing roots
Thin seedlings if they are overcrowded
Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilizer
Harvest pods regularly when they are tender and full
Pick peas early and often to encourage more production
Remove plants after harvest and compost healthy debris