Best Sowing Time (North India): Winter (Oct–Dec)
Best Sowing Time (South India): Winter (Nov–Jan)
Temperature: 10–22°C (cool-season crop; does not tolerate heat)
Soil: Well-draining loamy soil; does not tolerate waterlogging
Sunlight: Full sun to light shade
Watering: Moderate; water at base. Allow top inch of soil to dry between waterings.
Spacing: 5–10 cm apart in rows 45 cm wide
Germination Time: 5–10 days
Tip: Sow directly in cooler months. Provide a trellis or netting for climbing varieties. Peas fix nitrogen in the soil — excellent companion for leafy vegetables. Harvest pods while plump and green.