Hightower

Edible green pods are straight and somewhat constricted around the seeds. Dry peas are meaty and rich having an earthy and nutty flavor. Pods are unusual in that they are quite flaccid or floppy when fully expanded, rather than turgid. Pods measure 2.25-3.7" long, 0.6-0.75" wide, and 0.4-0.55" thick. Dry pods have 5-8 seeds and are non-shattering. Plants are vigorous climbers with few basal branches. Flowers are light purple. Seeds are light green to a tannish brown color. Mid-season maturing and moderate productivity when grown in 2014 at Heritage Farm. SSE Accession # 115441