When to Plant Peas in Lincoln County, CO
Peas are a cool-season legume that fixes nitrogen in the soil. Garden peas are shelled, while snap and snow peas are eaten pod and all.
Lincoln County, Colorado is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and the first fall frost is October 3, giving you a growing season of approximately 143 days.
At an elevation of 6,293 feet, Lincoln County receives approximately 13.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Peas during the growing season. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Peas successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.
Lincoln County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.6-8.3
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 8/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Peas Planting Timeline — Lincoln County, CO
Peas Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 8 | Apr 8 – Apr 22 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 13 | May 13 – May 27 |
| Direct Sow | April 29 | Apr 29 – May 20 |
| Fall Sowing | July 25 | Jul 25 – Aug 8 |
| Harvest | July 8 | Jul 8 – Sep 2 |
Plant 1" deep · 4" apart · Rows 18" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
55–70 days
Soil pH
6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 5b
Growing Season
143 days
Growing Tips for Lincoln County
Direct sow as early as soil can be worked in spring. Inoculate seeds with rhizobium for best nitrogen fixation. Provide trellising for climbing varieties.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Avoid Planting Near
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Peas in Lincoln County, CO?
Lincoln County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 13. Plan your Peas planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Lincoln County, CO?
Lincoln County, Colorado is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 13 and first fall frost is October 3.
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