[Broadhaven]

My peas look dreadful. They are covered with rust. My question is are the peas still ok to freeze and can I pull up and put the plant in the compost bin? What causes it? Thanks

[mumofstig]

Never heard of rust on peas sorry.

Peas inside pods should be fine though, but I'd dispose of the plants, rather than risk spreading it around with the compost.

[Broadhaven]

I am quiet new to growing and am just assuming it's rust. Do you know what else it could be?

[DD.]

A photo would help, but could you describe it.

Mildew is more common at this time of year, but that's more of a silvery appearance.

Could just be old age, it comes on peas much quicker at this time of year.

[Broadhaven]

Ah just looked up mildew and it's the same. For future growing is there anything I can do to avoid it and is it still to compost. Thanks

[DD.]

Bang them in the compost.

Early sowings avoid it.

[Broadhaven]

Thanks DD