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Can You Grow Peas in North Carolina?

US · USDA Zone 7b · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9a

North Carolina last frost

late February

North Carolina first frost

early December

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Peases in North Carolina

Direct sow

Feb 28

Harvest

Apr 24 – May 9

Dates are approximate, based on North Carolina'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 North Carolina

North Carolina spans the mountains (Zone 5b-6a), Piedmont (Zone 7a-7b), and coastal plain (Zone 8a). Long warm seasons support tobacco, sweet potatoes, and a wide range of vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Peas in North Carolina?

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

What zone is North Carolina?

North Carolina spans USDA Zone 7b (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a).

When do you plant Peases in North Carolina?

Plant Peases Feb 28, harvest Apr 24 – May 9.