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Can You Grow Peas in South Carolina?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 7a, 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

South Carolina last frost

mid-February

South Carolina first frost

early December

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Peases in South Carolina

Direct sow

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 11 – Apr 26

Dates are approximate, based on South 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 South Carolina

South Carolina has a humid subtropical climate with long hot summers and mild winters. The Upstate is Zone 7a-7b; the coast is Zone 8a-8b. Two growing seasons are standard.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Peas in South Carolina?

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

What zone is South Carolina?

South Carolina spans USDA Zone 8a (7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Peases in South Carolina?

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