Troubleshooting
Pea problems — and how to fix them
Pea (Pisum sativum) is generally forgiving once you match its basics, but a few issues come up again and again. Here is what each one looks like, why it happens, and the fix.
Yellow leaves
Cold wet soil or pea rust.
Full pea yellow leaves diagnosis →Curling leaves
Aphids or pea enation mosaic virus.
Full pea curling leaves diagnosis →Brown leaf spots
Powdery mildew or downy mildew.
Full pea brown leaf spots diagnosis →No pods
Heat above 24°C aborts flowers; sow earlier next year.
Prevent pea problems before they start
Most pea issues are care-mismatch, not bad luck. Dial in the basics:
Pea problems — FAQ
Why is my pea yellow leaves?
Cold wet soil or pea rust.
Why is my pea curling leaves?
Aphids or pea enation mosaic virus.
Why is my pea brown leaf spots?
Powdery mildew or downy mildew.
Why is my pea no pods?
Heat above 24°C aborts flowers; sow earlier next year.