When to plant Peas in Carroll County, MO
For Peas in Carroll County, the safe spring window opens around March 30 and closes around April 20. Last expected frost is April 13, first fall frost October 24, giving a 194-day growing season. A second sowing from August 15 to August 29 extends the harvest into fall.
When to Plant Peas in Carroll County, MO
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.
Carroll County, Missouri is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and the first fall frost is October 24, giving you a growing season of approximately 194 days.
At an elevation of 1,053 feet, Carroll County receives approximately 37.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 86°F, providing good warmth for Peas during the growing season.
Carroll County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Peas Planting Timeline — Carroll County, MO
Peas Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 9 | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 13 | Apr 13 – Apr 27 |
| Direct Sow | March 30 | Mar 30 – Apr 20 |
| Harvest | June 8 | Jun 8 – Aug 3 |
| Fall Sowing | August 15 | Aug 15 – Aug 29 |
Plant 1" deep · 4" apart · Rows 18" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors Direct Sow |
| 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 6a
📆 Growing Season
194 days in Carroll County
Growing Tips for Carroll 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 Carroll County, MO?
Carroll County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of April 13. Plan your Peas planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Carroll County, MO?
Carroll County, Missouri is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is April 13 and first fall frost is October 24.
When should I plant Peas in Carroll County, MO?
In Carroll County, MO, plant Peas after the last frost (around April 13) and before the first frost (around October 24). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.
What growing zone is Carroll County, MO for Peas?
Carroll 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 Carroll County's climate?
Yes — Peas grows well in Carroll County's temperate climate. Carroll County averages a 194-day frost-free season, with last frost around April 13 and first frost around October 24.
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A 22-page printable planner built for Carroll 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.