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Can You Grow Peas in New York?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 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

New York last frost

early April

New York first frost

late October

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Peases in New York

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

May 26 – Jun 10

Dates are approximate, based on New York'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 New York

New York ranges from Zone 6b in New York City to Zone 4a in the Adirondacks. Western New York near Lake Erie has a unique microclimate excellent for Concord grapes.

See what grows well in New York →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Peas in New York?

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

What zone is New York?

New York spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Peases in New York?

Plant Peases Apr 1, harvest May 26 – Jun 10.