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Thomas Laxton
Pea
PeaPisum sativum 'Thomas Laxton'
- Partial sun
- Zones 2–11
- 55 days to maturity
- Vegetables
- 2" spacing
- High water
- pH 6–7
Overview
A prized English heirloom from 1900 renowned for producing some of the sweetest, most tender peas available to home gardeners. This early-season variety beats many modern peas to harvest while delivering superior flavor that's particularly sweet when picked young. Thomas Laxton has remained popular for over 120 years because it consistently produces restaurant-quality peas that make every gardener feel like a gourmet.
Planting
Direct sow 4-5 weeks before last frost for earliest harvest. Plant 1.5 inches deep. Provide 5-6 foot tall supports.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 2" apart. Germination: 8-12.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Pea aphids, pea moth, leafminer, slugs in wet conditions. Common diseases: Powdery mildew, fusarium wilt, bacterial blight, ascochyta blight.