Legume

Mangetout

Flat pods eaten whole — pick every other day to keep them coming.

Sun

Full to partial

Water

Moderate

Soil

Rich

Difficulty

Easy

Container

Yes

Edible part

Whole pod

Lifecycle

Annual

Hardiness

Hardy

cool-seasonclimber

Plants well with

Where to source

Get growing in United Kingdom

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Thompson & Morgan

Stock cold-hardy mangetout varieties suited to London's short growing season and unpredictable spring weather.

Crocus

Offer deep pots essential for mangetout root development in London's clay-heavy garden soils.

Amazon UK

Provide sturdy canes and supports needed to manage vigorous mangetout vines in temperate conditions.