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Can You Grow Peas in Idaho?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

Peas grow excellently here as a cool-season crop — plant in early spring or late summer.

Plant zones

2a–9a

Idaho last frost

mid-March

Idaho first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Peases in Idaho

Direct sow

Mar 15

Harvest

May 9 – May 24

Dates are approximate, based on Idaho's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Peas

Peas are cool-season crops that prefer the shoulder seasons — they dislike both hard frost and summer heat.

Sow directly as soon as soil can be worked in spring — peas tolerate frost. Provide a trellis. Harvest frequently to encourage production. Sow again in late summer for a fall crop.

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Gardening in Idaho

Idaho has a semi-arid continental climate. Southern valleys are Zone 6-7 with hot dry summers; northern regions and mountains are colder. Excellent for root vegetables and cool crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Peas in Idaho?

Peas grow excellently here as a cool-season crop — plant in early spring or late summer.

What zone is Idaho?

Idaho spans USDA Zone 6b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Peases in Idaho?

Plant Peases Mar 15, harvest May 9 – May 24.