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Peas are one of the most resilient of vegetables to grow and have very little need of attention once they have started into growth.
Their key need is for a moist soil, not waterlogged but definitely moist. Their other key need, to differing degrees depending on the variety, is for support.
Dwarf and semi-dwarf varieties can be supported by twigs and small sticks. However climbing peas need much more substantial support (erected at the time the pea seeds are sown). Strong winds can cause these supports to lift from the ground. So you need to keep an eye on them and re-secure any supports as required.
The growing tips of climbing peas will need to be pinched out when they reach a maximum of 180cm / 6ft. If you let them grow taller they will simply flop over the top of the supports.
Both climbing and dwarf peas benefit greatly from being constantly harvested. As soon as the pods begin to swell harvest them. Experience will soon teach you when to harvest.
There are several benefits to continuously harvesting peas. Firstly, young peas taste far better than older ones. Secondly, frequent harvesting will help prevent the plants from collapsing under the weight of the growing pods. The final advantage is that the pea plants will produce more peas - it's a win, win situation.
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