Pea variety "Bearded 90" is a leafless (bearded) semi-dwarf type with plant height of about 75-80 cm. Stems are strong, with internodes of 12-14 cm until the first flower, and flowers are white, arranged in pairs on pedicels. Pods are medium-sized, slightly curved with blunt tips, containing on average 5-6 round pink seeds with smooth surface, exhibiting high resistance to shattering. The 1000-seed weight is 270-280 g, indicating good commercial value of the variety. Pea is drought-tolerant, suitable for direct combine harvesting, and distinguished by high flavor quality, with protein content in seeds reaching 22-23%. This pea variety is widely used as a grain crop due to its medium maturity and resistance to pod shattering and seed shattering. It demonstrates good adaptability to various climatic conditions and high stress resistance, making it convenient in agronomy and crop management. "Bearded 90" pea has a strong root system and sturdy stems, ensuring resistance to lodging and contributing to stable yield. Moreover, "Bearded 90" pea is valued for its nutritional properties and versatility of use. It is rich in protein, phosphorus, and B, C, PP, E, and K vitamins, positively affecting the health of adults and children. Young pea shoots, known as microgreens, have a pleasant sweet taste and are used for garnishing dishes, adding to salads, vegetable ragus, as well as in smoothies and nutritional cocktails. Due to its beneficial properties and unique flavor, this pea is popular among supporters of healthy eating.
