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The "Little Marvel" pea plant (Pisum sativum) is a sturdy, compact plant that produces pods of delicate, tasty green peas. This heirloom plant grows well in home gardens in U.S. Department of Agriculture plant hardiness zones 3 to 9 and can handle cooler temperatures and light frosts. The vegetable is also chock-full of nutrients, including niacin, iron, vitamins A and C, and several of the B vitamins.This hardy and high-yielding pea plant grows to a height of between 18 to 20 inches tall and sometimes even taller. It is actually considered a dwarf plant and does not require staking to produce an abundance of the podded vegetables. They have dark green foliage and a spread of about 5 inches. The small but plump peas themselves have a distinct sweet taste and are a versatile addition to any lunch or dinner in salads, casseroles, vegetable mixtures or just by themselves. Fresh shelled peas are an asset to any home garden as they are one of the few fresh vegetables generally unavailable for purchase in a grocery store.