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Can You Grow Peas in North Dakota?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9a

North Dakota last frost

late April

North Dakota first frost

early October

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Peases in North Dakota

Direct sow

Apr 25

Harvest

Jun 19 – Jul 4

Dates are approximate, based on North Dakota'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 Dakota

North Dakota has a harsh continental climate with cold winters and short warm summers. Most of the state is Zone 3b-4a. Focus on cold-hardy crops and short-season varieties.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Peas in North Dakota?

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

What zone is North Dakota?

North Dakota spans USDA Zone 4a (3a, 3b, 4a, 4b).

When do you plant Peases in North Dakota?

Plant Peases Apr 25, harvest Jun 19 – Jul 4.