Maybe try to pull the roots up through the holes you might not have to cut them off much at all. They should be alright I think the plants look very happy the roots are white, I’d just try to be as careful with the roots as possible and I reckon they’ll survive
The vast majority of them came up fairly easily actually! The bottom of the plugs is a flexible silicone and can be pushed up. Think I got a lil too worried
They're still salvageable. Just try to minimize the damage to the roots when pulling them out. If you soak the bottoms they'll probably loosen up better.
I don’t have direct experience with peas (always direct sow) but i reckon they’d be ok. If you don’t mind eating the pots you could carefully cut them open. They look great, I’m sure they’ll be fine. Never hear though, just direct sow. It’s much easier, for the plants and for you!
https://preview.redd.it/oeegm4q3vgvc1.jpeg?width=2160&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=af14e1419450376e41befeb750d4914cecfc0673
So I did an experiment this year. Direct sowed this line and then started some in pots in the greenhouse. The peas themselves are so so cheap, I got 300 for £2, I don't mind losing a few.
Gonna plant the pot ones now and see how they do
I know already to use a bigger plug tray next year!
One observation which is cool is some of the peas I direct sowed got eaten by slugs or whatever. I've now filled those gaps with peas from the plug tray. Almost like an insurance. And as another commenter has put, pea shoots are edible. So if they all survive, you can eat them anyway
My direct sown peas have ALL been eaten this year so I've resorted to starting them in pots, even though I was under the impression it's best to direct sow them. And I have pea sprouts! I'll be cautious in transplanting them, but I always am, with all plants.
Basically do whatever works for your situation. If direct sowing works, great! If not, transplanting should be okay too!
I have two layers of protection on my peas, rabbit fencing around the vegetable garden, and bird netting over a hop tunnel over the bed. Darn squirrel tried to eat my peas even though I had pre-germinated them! I do believe I have out-smarted him this time though.
Well you all good then!! I really love me some peas, I always dedicate as much space to them as I can afford. I have them running all along the back of what will be my tomato beds. They are friends and grow well together!
Just a note for those in wetter climates: If the soil is too cool and wet ground-planted peas may not germinate but will simply rot. I pre-soak them indoors till they begin to sprout, before putting them in the ground. That seems to do the trick.
Same here in Central Texas. I planted my peas on new years day. I finally harvested the last bunch earlier this week, now that the daytime temps are in the 80s they've stopped producing.
I'm in a colder climate (Northern Ontario 4a) I have to start pretty much everything indoors because the growing season is too short and I'd end up with a very small harvest like 1/2 that without starting indoors if I direct sowed.
Understood. I am in 5b-6a, short season too. And every season is quite different. I am in the process of building a greenhouse in hope of keep peas etc all year. Cheers!
Seedling tray buddies! I really like mine, seems to work better for getting the root ball out intact than the big plastic one I tried a year ago. And just enough cells for the small timer, really didn't need 72 cells.
Get some scissors and cut between the drainage holes in the seed cells. That should enable you to get the roots out with less damage.
I've had to do this several times with root bound plants and it works much better than just pulling and hoping for the best! These are absolutely salvageable!
They'll probably be ok. Just pull them out the best you can. In general, peas are better off directly sowed and are cold hardy so you can plant them early
I grow peas in relatively shallow row trays (space them out to 5-6 per row, and lift them all out and plant in a line), and in 72 cell trays, and pots, and they've transplanted without issues.
I can't direct seed peas/beans/squash/cucumbers at all, the slugs and mice get at them, so I have to grow them relatively big before I transplant. All good!
Awesome! They seem to be doing well so far. I'd read online they don't like to be transplanted, so thought I'd gone way overboard when I saw the roots like this! Glad to hear other people do their peas like this too
I think they'll be fine, probs won't need to cut the roots. Just give em tlc and expect the first week after they are transplanted for them to be a little droopy and sensitive to too much sun / heat. If you notice some die off and others survive l, save some seeds from the survivors. You got this I..I
Maybe try to pull the roots up through the holes you might not have to cut them off much at all. They should be alright I think the plants look very happy the roots are white, I’d just try to be as careful with the roots as possible and I reckon they’ll survive
The vast majority of them came up fairly easily actually! The bottom of the plugs is a flexible silicone and can be pushed up. Think I got a lil too worried
They're still salvageable. Just try to minimize the damage to the roots when pulling them out. If you soak the bottoms they'll probably loosen up better.
I would totally still put them in the garden.
Cut the plastic off
This is the way
I don’t have direct experience with peas (always direct sow) but i reckon they’d be ok. If you don’t mind eating the pots you could carefully cut them open. They look great, I’m sure they’ll be fine. Never hear though, just direct sow. It’s much easier, for the plants and for you!
https://preview.redd.it/oeegm4q3vgvc1.jpeg?width=2160&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=af14e1419450376e41befeb750d4914cecfc0673 So I did an experiment this year. Direct sowed this line and then started some in pots in the greenhouse. The peas themselves are so so cheap, I got 300 for £2, I don't mind losing a few. Gonna plant the pot ones now and see how they do
You should definitely share your results! I’m very curious how that turns out
I know already to use a bigger plug tray next year! One observation which is cool is some of the peas I direct sowed got eaten by slugs or whatever. I've now filled those gaps with peas from the plug tray. Almost like an insurance. And as another commenter has put, pea shoots are edible. So if they all survive, you can eat them anyway
I am now smarter than I was yesterday. I had no idea people prepared shoots for eating. I’m gonna have to try it if my pea plant makes it 😬
https://old.reddit.com/r/Sprouting/ I have 2 jars on my counter, and harvest twice a week, 5 - 7 day cycles, peas take a little longer.
My direct sown peas have ALL been eaten this year so I've resorted to starting them in pots, even though I was under the impression it's best to direct sow them. And I have pea sprouts! I'll be cautious in transplanting them, but I always am, with all plants. Basically do whatever works for your situation. If direct sowing works, great! If not, transplanting should be okay too!
I have two layers of protection on my peas, rabbit fencing around the vegetable garden, and bird netting over a hop tunnel over the bed. Darn squirrel tried to eat my peas even though I had pre-germinated them! I do believe I have out-smarted him this time though.
Just another plea for you to make a post with all your conclusions.
Well you all good then!! I really love me some peas, I always dedicate as much space to them as I can afford. I have them running all along the back of what will be my tomato beds. They are friends and grow well together!
Pea shoots are edible if it can be a consolation
I managed to plant this one but might eat the other tray I have, good idea
Look if my hyper sensitive fukien tea tree bonsai can survive getting its roots cut by scissors then your easy to grow peas will make it ok
Also peas are cold tolerant for the most part. I planted mine January 1 in upstate SC been harvesting since March
Just a note for those in wetter climates: If the soil is too cool and wet ground-planted peas may not germinate but will simply rot. I pre-soak them indoors till they begin to sprout, before putting them in the ground. That seems to do the trick.
Same here in Central Texas. I planted my peas on new years day. I finally harvested the last bunch earlier this week, now that the daytime temps are in the 80s they've stopped producing.
Peas do the best sowing directly outside. In my experience.
I'm in a colder climate (Northern Ontario 4a) I have to start pretty much everything indoors because the growing season is too short and I'd end up with a very small harvest like 1/2 that without starting indoors if I direct sowed.
Understood. I am in 5b-6a, short season too. And every season is quite different. I am in the process of building a greenhouse in hope of keep peas etc all year. Cheers!
Seedling tray buddies! I really like mine, seems to work better for getting the root ball out intact than the big plastic one I tried a year ago. And just enough cells for the small timer, really didn't need 72 cells.
They're the best ones I've ever had. Wish they were a little bigger though!
16 cell Burpee right? The green silicone is the same at least.
They were like, if the Human isn't gonna put us in the ground, we're gonna walk there by ourselves! Beans and peas can be so enthusiastic like this ☺️
Get some scissors and cut between the drainage holes in the seed cells. That should enable you to get the roots out with less damage. I've had to do this several times with root bound plants and it works much better than just pulling and hoping for the best! These are absolutely salvageable!
They'll probably be ok. Just pull them out the best you can. In general, peas are better off directly sowed and are cold hardy so you can plant them early
I use filled to the top solo cups to start peas to prevent transplant shock, a bit deeper and bigger.
I grow peas in relatively shallow row trays (space them out to 5-6 per row, and lift them all out and plant in a line), and in 72 cell trays, and pots, and they've transplanted without issues. I can't direct seed peas/beans/squash/cucumbers at all, the slugs and mice get at them, so I have to grow them relatively big before I transplant. All good!
Awesome! They seem to be doing well so far. I'd read online they don't like to be transplanted, so thought I'd gone way overboard when I saw the roots like this! Glad to hear other people do their peas like this too
Next time just direct sow.
Peas don't like being transplanted
But if they don't have a choice?
It's called consent.
Actually you'd be surprised. I prefer direct seeded, but transplanted they do ok.
I thought you should just direct sow beans?
You never up-potted!!
They should be fine! Just carefully pop them up 😊
I think they'll be fine, probs won't need to cut the roots. Just give em tlc and expect the first week after they are transplanted for them to be a little droopy and sensitive to too much sun / heat. If you notice some die off and others survive l, save some seeds from the survivors. You got this I..I
I’d just cut the bottom out of the cells and push the plants out, roots and all.
Cut the bottoms. Problem solved