When to Plant Snap Peas in Sevier County, UT
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.
Sevier County, Utah is in USDA Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 19 and the first fall frost is September 30, giving you a growing season of approximately 134 days.
At an elevation of 8,049 feet, Sevier County receives approximately 20.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 88°F, providing good warmth for Snap Peas during the growing season.
Sevier County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Snap Peas Planting Timeline — Sevier County, UT
Snap Peas Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 24 | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Transplant Outdoors | June 2 | Jun 2 – Jun 16 |
| Direct Sow | May 26 | May 26 – Jun 16 |
| Harvest | July 28 | Jul 28 – Sep 22 |
Plant 1" deep · 4" apart · Rows 18" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors |
| May | Direct Sow |
| June | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| July | Harvest |
| August | 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 6a
📆 Growing Season
134 days in Sevier County
Growing Tips for Sevier 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 Sevier County, UT?
Sevier County is in Zone 6a with an average last frost of May 19. Plan your Snap Peas planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Sevier County, UT?
Sevier County, Utah is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a. The average last spring frost is May 19 and first fall frost is September 30.
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