When to plant Peas in Grant County, KY
Grant County's climate puts the Peas spring window between April 1 and April 22. time plantings around the expected last-frost window for best survival. A second sowing from August 17 to August 31 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Peas in Grant County, KY
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.
Grant County, Kentucky is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and the first fall frost is October 26, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.
At an elevation of 2,483 feet, Grant County receives approximately 46.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Peas during the growing season.
Grant County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Peas Planting Timeline — Grant County, KY
Peas Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 11 | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 15 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Direct Sow | April 1 | Apr 1 – Apr 22 |
| Harvest | June 10 | Jun 10 – Aug 5 |
| Fall Sowing | August 17 | Aug 17 – Aug 31 |
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 | — |
| 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 6b
📆 Growing Season
194 days in Grant County
Growing Tips for Grant 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 Grant County, KY?
Grant County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 15. Plan your Peas planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Grant County, KY?
Grant County, Kentucky is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 15 and first fall frost is October 26.
When should I plant Peas in Grant County, KY?
In Grant County, KY, plant Peas after the last frost (around April 15) and before the first frost (around October 26). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Grant County, KY for Peas?
Grant County sits in USDA Zone 6b. Peas grows reliably in zones 2a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Peas grow in Grant County's climate?
Yes — Peas grows well in Grant County's temperate climate. Grant County averages a 194-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 15 and first frost around October 26.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Grant County (Zone 6b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.