Overview
Pisum sativum 'Tennis' 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 'Tennis' 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 'Tennis' is a cultivar of garden pea within the Pisum genus, which comprises annual flowering plants in the legume family. These climbing or trailing annuals have hollow stems with compound leaves and tendrils, producing butterfly-shaped flowers in small clusters. 'Tennis' thrives in fertile, well-drained loam soil with neutral pH, preferring full sun and a sheltered, south-facing aspect. It is hardy to UK zone H3 and is typically grown from seed sown in spring, offering interest through summer and autumn. This cultivar is suitable for vegetable gardens, containers, and edible landscaping.
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 'Tennis' 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 'Tennis'
- 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 'Tennis'?
Pisum sativum 'Tennis' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Pisum sativum 'Tennis' need?
Pisum sativum 'Tennis' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Pisum sativum 'Tennis' hardy in the UK?
Pisum sativum 'Tennis' 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 'Tennis'?
Seed sowing in spring.
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