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Seed Production Field in Idaho 
PEAS—SMOOTH SEED 
CuLtTureE. All varieties of Peas, regardless of height, may be grown 
successfully without a trellis or support. As Peas vary in height from 
1 to 6 feet, it follows that the distances in the row and apart in the row 
should vary. Dwarf or half dwarf varieties are best planted in double 
or companion rows 6 inches apart to support and shade each other in 
their growth; then leave a space of 18 to 30 inches, according to height 
of the variety and repeat the double row. The tall varieties that may be 
given support are planted in a single row, the space between the rows 
somewhat less than the height of the variety. Work a good complete com- 
mercial fertilizer into the soil then drop 10 to 20 dwarf peas to the double 
row of 6 to 10 tall peas to the foot of row, using 2 pounds to 100 
feet and 150 to 180 pounds to the acre. Plant all Peas about 3, inches 
deep in soil that has been deeply plowed, which gives the Peas the cool, 
damp climate they prefer. Lightly harrow or rake the soil when the 
Peas should be breaking through and continue to cultivate until the vine 
stops the work. All Peas stand some frost and may be planted as soon 
as the soil may be worked in the spring. Peas should be planted fre- 
quently for a succession. The early varieties are planted in August for 
a late autumn crop. For quality’s sake pick Peas before they crowd the 
pod and pick all pods as rapidly as produced to somewhat extend’ the plants 
bearing. As all varieties of Peas lose their characteristics when left with- 
out that selection given by expert Seedsmen, it is necessary to go to a 
reliable source for seed peas. 
NOTICE — The number of days given’ is taken from our trial ground 
records in Wisconsin. Weather conditions, variations in soil and cultiva- 
tion, as well as difference in latitude, will make either a longer or shorter 
period of growth. 
ALASKA WILT RESISTANT H.F. 30 52 Days 
Our own introduction. This strain is more productive, has better color 
and flavor than the Alcross strain. Canning test made by Wisconsin Ex- 
periment Station during 1937 showed that this strain outyielded the best 
Alcross strain by 20%, and the canned Peas rated better in color. 
AMEER OR CLAUDIT 60 Days 
Resembling the Alaska in appearance, 3 feet in height with pale green 
foliage. Pods 3 inches in length, pointed, dark green in color. Seed blue, 
dented and medium pitted. 
