Keeps several weeks in refrigerator. A flower stalk means leaves are getting tough. Cook lightly or stir-fry leaves. Tender stalks can be shredded and added with cabbages to slaw. Prepare leaves like other greens.
Thinned seedlings are excellent when sauteed.
Blanch and freeze to add to soups and stews. The Chinese adopted the peas from the English and they have been known as Chinese snow peas ever since. Snow peas have light green pods that follow purple or white sweetly scented flowers, making them attractive in the garden. They like soil rich in phosphorus and potassium. There is no need for extra nitrogen because these legumes fix atmospheric nitrogen.