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Can You Grow Peas in Mississippi?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9a

Mississippi last frost

mid-February

Mississippi first frost

early December

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Peases in Mississippi

Direct sow

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 11 – Apr 26

Dates are approximate, based on Mississippi'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 Mississippi

Mississippi has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. Two growing seasons are achievable most years. Excellent for sweet potatoes, okra, and southern vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Peas in Mississippi?

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

What zone is Mississippi?

Mississippi spans USDA Zone 8a (7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Peases in Mississippi?

Plant Peases Feb 15, harvest Apr 11 – Apr 26.