Snow Peas Planting Guide
snow peas this May — what to know
Whether you're sowing, transplanting, or harvesting, snow peas needs the right timing. Check your zone below for exact dates.
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How to water snow peas
Consistent moisture matters more than volume for snow peas. Little and often beats occasional drenching.
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Where to put snow peas
snow peas wants at least 6 hours of direct sun. Less than that and you'll get leggy plants with weak yields.
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Check your local forecast before planting
Your zone determines the exact week to plant snow peas. Pick your county below and we'll line everything up against your frost dates.
Snow peas are a flat-podded pea variety eaten whole when the seeds inside are still tiny. They are essential in Asian stir-fries and have a delicate, sweet flavor.
Pisum sativum var. saccharatum · Vegetable · Fabaceae family · 50–65 days to maturity
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Where Can You Grow Snow Peas?
Snow Peas Growing Regions
Click any state to see the Snow Peas planting schedule for that location.
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 2a | Apr 18 | May 23 | May 30 | Jul 25 – Sep 19 |
| Zone 2b | Apr 10 | May 15 | May 22 | Jul 17 – Sep 11 |
| Zone 3a | Apr 3 | May 8 | May 15 | Jul 10 – Sep 4 |
| Zone 3b | Mar 29 | May 3 | May 10 | Jul 5 – Aug 30 |
| Zone 4a | Mar 25 | Apr 29 | May 6 | Jul 1 – Aug 26 |
| Zone 4b | Mar 20 | Apr 24 | May 1 | Jun 26 – Aug 21 |
| Zone 5a | Mar 21 | Apr 11 | Apr 25 | Jun 20 – Aug 15 |
| Zone 5b | Mar 14 | Apr 4 | Apr 18 | Jun 13 – Aug 8 |
| Zone 6a | Mar 6 | Mar 27 | Apr 10 | Jun 5 – Jul 31 |
| Zone 6b | Feb 27 | Mar 20 | Apr 3 | May 29 – Jul 24 |
| Zone 7a | Feb 18 | Mar 11 | Mar 25 | May 20 – Jul 15 |
| Zone 7b | Feb 11 | Mar 4 | Mar 18 | May 13 – Jul 8 |
| Zone 8a | Feb 1 | Feb 22 | Mar 8 | May 3 – Jun 28 |
| Zone 8b | Jan 21 | Feb 11 | Feb 25 | Apr 22 – Jun 17 |
| Zone 9a | Jan 13 | Jan 20 | Feb 10 | Apr 7 – Jun 2 |
| Zone 9b | Dec 28 | Jan 4 | Jan 25 | Mar 22 – May 17 |
| Zone 10a | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Jan 1 | Feb 26 – Apr 23 |
| Zone 10b | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Jan 1 | Feb 26 – Apr 23 |
| Zone 11a | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Jan 1 | Feb 26 – Apr 23 |
| Zone 11b | Dec 4 | Dec 11 | Jan 1 | Feb 26 – Apr 23 |
Why are some columns showing "—"?
Transplant shows "—" because Snow Peas is best direct sown where it will grow. Transplanting can disturb the roots and slow growth.
How to Plant Snow Peas
🍂 Fall planting: Sow 10 weeks before your first frost date for a fall harvest.
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry. Consistent moisture produces the best results.
🧪 Soil pH
6 – 7.5
Prefers neutral to slightly acidic soil — ideal for most garden beds.
🗺️ Hardiness Zones
Zone 2a – 11b
📅 Days to Maturity
50–65 days
Quick-growing crop. Multiple plantings per season are possible.
👪 Plant Family
Fabaceae
Rotate with other families yearly to prevent soil-borne diseases. Don't plant in the same spot where Fabaceae family crops grew last year.
Succession Planting Snow Peas
Snow Peas matures in just 50–65 days, making it ideal for succession planting. In a typical 180-day growing season, you can get up to 4 successive plantings by sowing every 5.7 weeks.
Your actual succession count depends on your local frost dates. Enter your ZIP code to get personalized succession planting dates for your area.
Companion Planting for Snow Peas
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Growing Tips for Snow Peas
Direct sow in early spring. Pick pods frequently when they are flat and tender for best flavor. Provide support for climbing varieties.
Saving Snow Peas Seeds
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Snow Peas by State
- Alabama
- Alaska
- Arizona
- Arkansas
- California
- Colorado
- Connecticut
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Hawaii
- Idaho
- Illinois
- Indiana
- Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Louisiana
- Maine
- Maryland
- Massachusetts
- Michigan
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Missouri
- Montana
- Nebraska
- Nevada
- New Hampshire
- New Jersey
- New Mexico
- New York
- North Carolina
- North Dakota
- Ohio
- Oklahoma
- Oregon
- Pennsylvania
- Rhode Island
- South Carolina
- South Dakota
- Tennessee
- Texas
- Utah
- Vermont
- Virginia
- Washington
- West Virginia
- Wisconsin
- Wyoming
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Snow Peas?
Snow Peas (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) takes 50 to 65 days from planting to harvest. Exact timing depends on your variety, growing conditions, and USDA zone.
What zones can Snow Peas grow in?
Snow Peas can be grown in USDA zones 2a through 11b. Use the planting calendar above to find the exact dates for your zone.
How much sun does Snow Peas need?
Growing Snow Peas requires Full Sun (6-8+ hours), Moderate — regular watering, and soil pH of 6 to 7.5.