Peas Planting Guide — All Zones
Pisum sativum
Last updated: May 15, 2026Quick Facts
Sunlight
☀️ Full Sun
Water Needs
💧💧 Moderate
Spacing
4 inches apart
Planting Depth
1.0 inch
Min Soil Temp
40°F
Germination
7–14 days
Days to Maturity
55–70 days
Frost Tolerance
Moderate frost tolerance
Soil pH
6.0–7.5
Difficulty
Easy
Planting Schedule by Zone
Select your USDA zone below for a detailed guide with tips specific to your region.
Zone 3Zone 3aZone 3bZone 4Zone 4aZone 4bZone 5Zone 5aZone 5bZone 6Zone 6aZone 6bZone 7Zone 7aZone 7bZone 8Zone 8aZone 8bZone 9Zone 9aZone 9bZone 10Zone 10aZone 10b
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest Start | Harvest End |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | — | — | May 15 | Jul 19 | Sep 2 |
| Zone 4 | — | — | May 10 | Jul 14 | Aug 28 |
| Zone 5 | — | — | Apr 30 | Jul 4 | Aug 18 |
| Zone 6 | — | — | Apr 15 | Jun 19 | Aug 3 |
| Zone 7 | — | — | Apr 5 | Jun 9 | Jul 24 |
| Zone 8 | — | — | Mar 20 | May 24 | Jul 8 |
| Zone 9 | — | — | Feb 28 | May 4 | Jun 18 |
| Zone 10 | — | — | Feb 10 | Apr 16 | May 31 |
What you'll need — Your Zone
🛒 Peas — Seeds & Supplies
- 🌱 Peas Seeds
Search for these at your local garden center or nursery.
Companion Planting
Companion planting improves growth, deters pests, and makes better use of garden space.
✓ Good Companions
✗ Avoid Nearby
Onion Garlic
📚 Data Sources
Frost dates: NOAA Climate Normals 1991–2020, National Centers for Environmental Information.Hardiness zones: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map, Agricultural Research Service.
Growing requirements: Cooperative Extension Services — NC State, Penn State, University of Florida IFAS.
Companion planting: Cornell University Cooperative Extension.
Data compiled from public agricultural sources. Always verify with your local extension office for micro-climate adjustments.