Overview
Pisum sativum 'Nepal' 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 'Nepal' 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 'Nepal' is a climbing or trailing annual or biennial pea grown for edible pods and seeds. It has compound leaves with tendrils that cling to supports and flowers from May to July. Sit it in full sun on a south-facing, sheltered spot in neutral loam with good drainage. Hardiness is H3 (borderline) in the UK.
About the genus
Pisum is a possible genus of flowering plants in the family Fabaceae, native to southwest Asia and northeast Africa. As of April 2026, Plants of the World Online considered the genus to be a synonym of Lathyrus, while the International Legume Database Information Service (ILDIS) accepted three species:Pisum abyssinicum = Lathyrus oleraceus Pisum fulvum = Lathyrus fulvus Pisum sativum = Lathyrus oleraceus – the field or garden pea, a major human food crop
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In the garden
Pisum sativum 'Nepal' is a member of the Fabaceae, a climbing or trailing pea with compound leaves and tendrils; its flowering season runs from May to July. The plant is used where edible production and compact vertical growth are wanted, combining vegetable cropping with structure in the plot. Plant where it receives full sun on a south-facing, sheltered aspect in loam soil with a neutral pH and reliable drainage. The H3 hardiness rating means it is borderline in the UK; choose a protected site or give light winter protection where exposure is greater. Because it uses tendrils to climb, provide netting, bamboo canes or an obelisk to support upright growth or allow it to trail across low trellis. Use Pisum sativum 'Nepal' in vegetable beds, containers or edible landscaping where vertical habit is useful. In pots place the support early so stems can attach as they grow. Where space is limited, trained plants make efficient use of a south-facing wall or sheltered vegetable frame, and the tendrils will anchor the stems to provided supports rather than needing pruning.
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 'Nepal' 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 'Nepal'
- 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 'Nepal'?
Pisum sativum 'Nepal' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pisum sativum 'Nepal' need?
Pisum sativum 'Nepal' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pisum sativum 'Nepal' hardy in the UK?
Pisum sativum 'Nepal' 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 'Nepal'?
Seed sowing in spring.
