Planting

• 1). Choose which variety of pea to plant indoors. Consider what variety of peas you find pleasing to the taste.
  
  
• 2). Prepare the pea for planting. Nick or create a small slit in the shell with a pair of nail clippers, razor blade or other cutting object. Place the shell in warm (not hot) water for 24 hours.
  
  
• 3). Choose a container in which the seeds will be planted. Just about anything will do, including seed trays and flower pots. Peat pellets or a mini plastic greenhouse can also be used. Fill the container with potting soil. Water the container.
  
  
• 4). Dig a hole one-inch deep. Dig two holes per pot or pellet. Push a seed into each hole with your finger. Wet the container thoroughly.
  
  
• 5). Place the container in a cool place, preferably with sun exposure to the south. Grow (or plant) lights can also be placed over the container. If using a light, any spot in the house will suffice, providing it is not in too warm a place. Keep the container watered and wait until the seeds sprout, usually in 10 to 15 days. Continue to keep the plants in a cool place in order to get them accustomed to the temperature outdoors. Make sure the plants receive lots of sunlight after germination. Pluck or pinch off the weaker stem at the base of the plant seven days after it sprouts.