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Can You Grow Peanut in Washington?
US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Peanuts grow well here with a long, hot summer and loose, sandy, well-drained soil.
Plant zones
Washington last frost
Washington first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Peanuts in Washington
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Washington's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Peanut
Peanuts are a fascinating crop — not a tree nut but a legume that flowers above ground and buries its pods below. They need a long, hot growing season and loose, sandy soil.
Plant raw, unroasted peanuts after soil warms to 65°F+. Hill soil around plants as they grow so pegs can bury. Harvest when foliage yellows; dry the pods before shelling.
Gardening in Washington
Washington has dramatically different climates. The wet maritime west (Zone 8a-8b) is mild and productive year-round. Eastern Washington is semi-arid and colder (Zone 5-6) with hot dry summers.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Peanut in Washington?
Peanuts grow well here with a long, hot summer and loose, sandy, well-drained soil.
What zone is Washington?
Washington spans USDA Zone 8b (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Peanuts in Washington?
Plant Peanuts around late January (start indoors Jan 2), harvest May 30 – Jun 29.