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When to Plant Snow Peas in Prince Edward Island

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.

Prince Edward Island spans USDA hardiness zones 6a, 6b (with planting data available), so planting dates vary by your location within the state. Click your zone below for the most accurate dates.

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Snow Peas Planting Calendar for Prince Edward Island

โ–ธ Zone 6a ~193 day growing season ยท Full guide โ†’

Last frost: April 10 ยท First frost: October 20 ยท 193 day season

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 6 Mar 6 โ€“ Mar 20
Transplant Outdoors April 10 Apr 10 โ€“ Apr 24
Direct Sow March 27 Mar 27 โ€“ Apr 17
Harvest June 5 Jun 5 โ€“ Jul 31
Fall Sowing August 11 Aug 11 โ€“ Aug 25
โ–ธ Zone 6b ~205 day growing season ยท Full guide โ†’

Last frost: April 3 ยท First frost: October 25 ยท 205 day season

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 27 Feb 27 โ€“ Mar 13
Transplant Outdoors April 3 Apr 3 โ€“ Apr 17
Direct Sow March 20 Mar 20 โ€“ Apr 10
Harvest May 29 May 29 โ€“ Jul 24
Fall Sowing August 16 Aug 16 โ€“ Aug 30

Growing Tips for Prince Edward Island

Direct sow in early spring. Pick pods frequently when they are flat and tender for best flavor. Provide support for climbing varieties.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Snow Peas in Prince Edward Island?

Planting dates for Snow Peas in Prince Edward Island depend on your USDA zone. Prince Edward Island spans zones 6a, 6b. Check the planting calendar above for your specific zone's frost dates and planting windows.

What zone is Prince Edward Island for planting?

Prince Edward Island contains USDA hardiness zones 6a, 6b. Your specific zone depends on your location within the state โ€” northern and higher-elevation areas are in colder zones, while southern and coastal areas are warmer.

Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals, University Cooperative Extension planting guides. Last updated: April 2026.