Can You Grow Peas in Ohio?
US · USDA Zone 5b · zones 5a, 5b, 6a
Peas grow excellently here as a cool-season crop — plant in early spring or late summer.
Plant zones
Ohio last frost
Ohio first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Peases in Ohio
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Ohio'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.
Gardening in Ohio
Ohio has a humid continental climate. Northern Ohio near Lake Erie is Zone 6a; inland areas are Zone 5b. Four seasons with a productive 6-month growing window.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Peas in Ohio?
Peas grow excellently here as a cool-season crop — plant in early spring or late summer.
What zone is Ohio?
Ohio spans USDA Zone 5b (5a, 5b, 6a).
When do you plant Peases in Ohio?
Plant Peases Apr 7, harvest Jun 1 – Jun 16.