It was not until the 16th century when cultivation techniques created more tender varieties of garden peas that people began to consume peas in their fresh state as opposed to just eating dried peas. (whfoods.com)
Usually garden pea plants with smooth seeds are allowed to grow until the plant is fully mature and the pods turn tan. (nutritionfacts.org)
Absolutely beautiful flavour I also added frozen garden peas fried off with the carrots which were delicious! (bbcgoodfood.com)