PLS 566

Long, light green pods stand out against the, dark green afila vine. Two pods per node and high yields. Shows tolerance to downy mildew. Great companion to PLS 595 and Short Story.

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Disease Resistance

Fusarium Wilt
Powdery Mildew

How To Order

Attributes

Item Number

V12005

Maturity (days)

Plant Height (inches)

Pod Length (inches)

3.7

Peas per Pod

Year New

2024

Treatment

Standard Treatment

Popular For

Commercial Grower, Fresh Market

Canada

Yes

Growing Tips

Planting: Direct seed 1½” - 2” deep in soils that are at least 40º F. Plant in rows that are 30” - 36” apart and 1” - 2” between the plants.

Planting Guidelines - Peas

Approximate Seeds per Pound:

2,200 - 2,400

Seeding Rate per Acre by Weight:

41.2 - 90.7 lbs

Seeding Rate per Acre in M (1,000):

90.8 - 217.8 M

Seeding Rate Seeds per 1,000 foot of Row:

6,000 - 12,000

Seed or Plant Spacing In Row:

1 - 2"

Seed or Plant Spacing Between Rows:

30 - 36"

Seed or Plant Spacing Depth:

1.5 - 2"

Recommended Soil Temperature:

40 - 86°F

Days to Germination:

6 - 10

Management: Scout field for insect, weed, and disease pressure.

Harvest: Harvest peas when ripe. In shelling peas, pods should be filled out and able to feel individual peas. Pea pods should be harvested before seed develops inside the pod.

Storage: After harvest store peas at 50 - 60ºF with 95% humidity to ensure quality.