When to Plant Snap Peas in Pawnee County, OK
Snap peas have edible pods with plump, sweet peas inside, combining the best features of snow peas and garden peas. They are a garden favorite for fresh eating.
Pawnee County, Oklahoma is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 9 and the first fall frost is October 25, giving you a growing season of approximately 199 days.
At an elevation of 621 feet, Pawnee County receives approximately 30.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Snap Peas during the growing season.
Pawnee County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Snap Peas Planting Timeline — Pawnee County, OK
Snap Peas Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 19 | Feb 19 – Mar 5 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 23 | Apr 23 – May 7 |
| Direct Sow | April 16 | Apr 16 – May 7 |
| Harvest | June 18 | Jun 18 – Aug 13 |
Plant 1" deep · 4" apart · Rows 18" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | 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 7a
📆 Growing Season
199 days in Pawnee County
Growing Tips for Pawnee County
Direct sow in early spring as soon as soil can be worked. Provide a trellis 4-6 feet tall. Harvest when pods are plump and snap cleanly when bent.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Snap Peas in Pawnee County, OK?
Pawnee County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 9. Plan your Snap Peas planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Pawnee County, OK?
Pawnee County, Oklahoma is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 9 and first fall frost is October 25.
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