Overview
Pisum sativum 'Arise' is a climbing or trailing annuals annual biennial in the genus Pisum, part of the Fabaceae family, with compound leaves with tendrils foliage. Pisum sativum 'Arise' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include vegetable gardens, containers and edible landscaping.
About
Pisum sativum 'Arise' is a climbing pea grown for its edible pods and seed, with compound leaves that finish in grasping tendrils. It grows as an annual or short-lived biennial and suits a south-facing, sheltered position in full sun. Flowers appear in the season from May to July and are followed by the crop. It is commonly used in vegetable beds, containers and edible landscaping.
About the genus
Pea is a pulse or fodder crop, but the word often refers to the seed or sometimes the pod of this flowering plant species. Peas are eaten as a vegetable.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Pisum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Pisum sativum 'Arise' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Annual Biennial
- Habit
- Climbing or trailing annuals
- Foliage
- Compound leaves with tendrils
- Suggested uses
- Vegetable gardens, containers, edible landscaping
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Pisum sativum 'Arise'
- Propagation
- Seed sowing in spring
- Pest resistance
- Susceptible to aphids, pea weevil, pea moth
- Disease resistance
- Susceptible to powdery mildew, downy mildew, fusarium wilt
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Pisum sativum 'Arise'?
Pisum sativum 'Arise' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pisum sativum 'Arise' need?
Pisum sativum 'Arise' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pisum sativum 'Arise' hardy in the UK?
Pisum sativum 'Arise' has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Pisum sativum 'Arise'?
Seed sowing in spring.
More in the Pisum genus
- Pisum sativum 'Ambiance'PBRpea 'Ambiance'
- Pisum sativum 'Anubis'PBRpea 'Anubis'
- Pisum sativum 'Asana'PBRpea 'Asana'
- Pisum sativum 'Atomic'pea 'Atomic'
- Pisum sativum 'Aviso'pea 'Aviso'
- Pisum sativum 'Balder'
- Pisum sativum 'Bea'PBRpea 'Bea'
- Pisum sativum 'Belvedere'PBRpea 'Belvedere'