Vega vegetable pea is a mid-early shelling variety with a period from germination to technical maturity of 50-60 days. This variety is intended for canning and fresh consumption, making it a universal product for various culinary purposes. VEGA is distinguished by its high yield and contains a significant amount of sugar and vitamin C, which enhances its nutritional value and taste qualities.
The plant is semi-dwarf with shortened internodes, which contributes to compactness and ease of cultivation. The leaves are glaucous-green in color, and the flowers are white, located 1-2 per peduncle, with the first flower located at the 12-13 node. The pods are shelling, straight and pointed, 7 to 9 cm long, dark green in color. The grain also has a dark green tint, indicating its maturity and quality.
The VEGA variety stands out for its lodging resistance, which ensures crop safety and facilitates harvesting. Due to its characteristics, this pea is suitable both for industrial canning and for home use in fresh form, while maintaining high taste and nutritional properties.
