The vegetable pea variety KISS is a high-yielding, mid-season variety with a vegetation period of approximately 58-70 days, allowing for harvest at optimal times. Plants reach a height of 70-80 cm and form compact bushes with abundant flower clusters. Pods are green, narrow, up to 10 cm long, with a green pea yield of about 45%. Peas are large, dark green, and uniform in size, ensuring high product quality.
The variety exhibits high resistance to various diseases and adverse conditions: resistance to wilting and pod shattering is rated 8 points, and resistance to ascochytosis and root rots is rated 9 points. Yield potential reaches 6.0 t/ha, and protein content in seeds is 20%, making this variety not only tasty but also nutritious. Peas contain 5-6.5% total sugar, giving them a pleasant sweet flavor.
KISS pea is recommended for cultivation in the Polissia, Forest Steppe, and Steppe regions. It is suitable for both fresh consumption and canning, thanks to the high quality and taste of its pods. This variety will be an excellent choice for farmers and gardeners aiming to obtain a stable and high-quality vegetable pea harvest.
