When to plant Peas in Ness County, KS
Aim to plant Peas in Ness County on or after April 7; the window stays open through April 28. Ness County's 178-day frost-free season gives you a single solid spring crop with a brief fall option. A second sowing from August 7 to August 21 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Peas in Ness County, KS
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.
Ness County, Kansas is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 21 and the first fall frost is October 16, giving you a growing season of approximately 178 days.
At an elevation of 668 feet, Ness County receives approximately 26.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Peas during the growing season.
Ness County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Peas Planting Timeline — Ness County, KS
Peas Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 17 | Mar 17 – Mar 31 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 21 | Apr 21 – May 5 |
| Direct Sow | April 7 | Apr 7 – Apr 28 |
| Harvest | June 16 | Jun 16 – Aug 11 |
| Fall Sowing | August 7 | Aug 7 – Aug 21 |
Plant 1" deep · 4" apart · Rows 18" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | — |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
☀️ Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
💧 Water
Moderate — regular watering
📅 Days to Maturity
55–70 days
🧪 Soil pH
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 6a
📆 Growing Season
178 days in Ness County
Growing Tips for Ness 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.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Peas in Ness County, KS?
Ness County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 21. Plan your Peas planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Ness County, KS?
Ness County, Kansas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 21 and first fall frost is October 16.
When should I plant Peas in Ness County, KS?
In Ness County, KS, plant Peas after the last frost (around April 21) and before the first frost (around October 16). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Ness County, KS for Peas?
Ness County sits in USDA Zone 6a. Peas grows reliably in zones 2a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Peas grow in Ness County's climate?
Yes — Peas grows well in Ness County's temperate climate. Ness County averages a 178-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 21 and first frost around October 16.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Ness County (Zone 6a). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.