When to Plant Snap Peas in Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK
Snap peas have edible pods with plump, sweet peas inside, combining the best features of snow peas and garden peas. They are a garden favorite for fresh eating.
Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska is in USDA Zone 2a. The average last spring frost is May 15 and the first fall frost is September 8, giving you a growing season of approximately 116 days.
At an elevation of 2,540 feet, Fairbanks North Star Borough receives approximately 29.3 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 69°F, so choose short-season varieties of Snap Peas to ensure they mature before fall.
Fairbanks North Star Borough Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.2-6.4
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
Snap Peas Planting Timeline — Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK
Snap Peas Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 13 | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Transplant Outdoors | June 5 | Jun 5 – Jun 19 |
| Direct Sow | May 29 | May 29 – Jun 19 |
| Harvest | July 31 | Jul 31 – Sep 25 |
Plant 1" deep · 4" apart · Rows 18" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | — |
| May | Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| July | Harvest |
| August | 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 2a
Growing Season
116 days
Growing Tips for Fairbanks North Star Borough
Direct sow in early spring as soon as soil can be worked. Provide a trellis 4-6 feet tall. Harvest when pods are plump and snap cleanly when bent.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Snap Peas in Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK?
Fairbanks North Star Borough is in Zone 2a with an average last frost of May 15. Plan your Snap Peas planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Fairbanks North Star Borough, AK?
Fairbanks North Star Borough, Alaska is in USDA Hardiness Zone 2a. The average last spring frost is May 15 and first fall frost is September 8.
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