English peas have sweet peas inside a firm pod. Harvest mature pods when they are 3 to 4 inches in length and remove the shells before eating. Snap peas offer crisp, round pods with large peas inside.

Sweet peas are a crowd favourite, signalling that summertime has finally arrived with their beautiful and delicate blooms. Although we're still in spring, there's a little lesser-known gardening ...

Amy Dowden said “I am thrilled to have this beautiful new sweet pea named after me. "I love all flowers, and sweet peas have always been a favourite in the summer with their stunning scent.