When to plant Peas in Keweenaw County, MI
Aim to plant Peas in Keweenaw County on or after May 5; the window stays open through May 26. Keweenaw County's 135-day frost-free season gives you a single solid spring crop with a brief fall option. A second sowing from July 23 to August 6 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Peas in Keweenaw County, MI
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.
Keweenaw County, Michigan is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 19 and the first fall frost is October 1, giving you a growing season of approximately 135 days.
At an elevation of 1,035 feet, Keweenaw County receives approximately 40.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 81°F, so choose short-season varieties of Peas to ensure they mature before fall.
Keweenaw County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Peas Planting Timeline — Keweenaw County, MI
Peas Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | April 14 | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 19 | May 19 – Jun 2 |
| Direct Sow | May 5 | May 5 – May 26 |
| Harvest | July 14 | Jul 14 – Sep 8 |
| Fall Sowing | July 23 | Jul 23 – Aug 6 |
Plant 1" deep · 4" apart · Rows 18" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | — |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing 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
Needs 6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A
🗺️ USDA Zone
Zone 5b
📆 Growing Season
135 days in Keweenaw County
Growing Tips for Keweenaw 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.
Companion Planting
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Peas in Keweenaw County, MI?
Keweenaw County is in Zone 5b with an average last frost of May 19. Plan your Peas planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Keweenaw County, MI?
Keweenaw County, Michigan is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 19 and first fall frost is October 1.
When should I plant Peas in Keweenaw County, MI?
In Keweenaw County, MI, plant Peas after the last frost (around May 19) and before the first frost (around October 1). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Keweenaw County, MI for Peas?
Keweenaw County sits in USDA Zone 5b. Peas grows reliably in zones 2a through 11b, so it's a good fit here.
Can Peas grow in Keweenaw County's climate?
Yes — Peas grows well in Keweenaw County's temperate climate. Keweenaw County averages a 135-day frost-free season, with last frost around May 19 and first frost around October 1.
Your Keweenaw County Garden Planner — Free
A 22-page printable planner built for Keweenaw County (Zone 5b). Planting dates, a month-by-month schedule, harvest log, seed inventory, and succession charts — all dialed in for your exact growing season.