Overview
Pisum sativum 'Celica' 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 'Celica' 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 'Celica' is a cultivar of pea, an annual climbing or trailing plant from the Fabaceae family. It features hollow stems with compound leaves and tendrils, typical of the Pisum genus, and produces butterfly-shaped flowers in clusters. This cultivar thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH, in full sun and sheltered, south-facing positions. Suitable for vegetable gardens, containers, and edible landscaping, 'Celica' is best propagated by seed sowing in spring and is of interest during the summer and autumn seasons.
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 'Celica' 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 'Celica'
- 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 'Celica'?
Pisum sativum 'Celica' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pisum sativum 'Celica' need?
Pisum sativum 'Celica' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pisum sativum 'Celica' hardy in the UK?
Pisum sativum 'Celica' 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 'Celica'?
Seed sowing in spring.
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