High Yielding and Compact - Desiree peas are a high yielding variety of snap pea with compact vining plants. Perfect for smaller spaces and container gardening, this early-maturing heirloom from the Netherlands produces stunning pink blooms. The vigorous vines produce an abundance of bluish-purple pods with 7-8 green peas per pod. This cool weather favorite can be planted in fall and spring. Culinary Versatility - Desiree peas are sweet, tender, and delicious vegetables, making them an excellent choice for fresh eating, freezing, and canning. Their sweet taste and tender texture add depth to a variety of dishes, from salads and stir-fries to hearty stews and soups. Sustainable Living - Growing your own herbs, fruit, and vegetables in your home garden is a step towards a more self-sufficient lifestyle. Desiree Pea is an excellent multipurpose plant that provides ornamental value to your garden outdoors and food to the table. These delicious peas can be frozen or canned for later use. The Info You Need to Grow - The peas seeds are packed in a beautiful paper packet with instructions for successful growing and germination in your home garden. Each package also includes guidelines for seed saving after harvest, making it easy for both novice and experienced gardeners. Small American Family-Owned Business - We’re committed to providing fresh, high-quality pea seeds for planting now or store for future growing seasons. We sell only safe, non-hybrid non-GMO heirloom seeds that are open-pollinated, untreated, and tested for the best germination rates, remaining viable for years if stored in a cool, dry location. The Désirée Pea (Pisum sativum) is an heirloom variety known for its sweet flavor and high yield. These peas grow on a beautiful vine and have pretty purple pods. The dwarf variety thrives under full sun and mature into compact plants perfect for small outdoor gardens or containers. At Survival Garden Seeds, we choose the best open-pollinated, heirloom, untreated, and non-GMO varieties with proven reliability and productivity. We choose seeds that are able to be grown across the USA, in almost any USDA hardiness zone. Our seed packets include instructions with germination time, temperature, light needs, seed saving, and other details for successful growing to help a beginner or novice get started growing their own garden with a good mix of flower, herb, fruit, and vegetable types.