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Can You Grow Peas in Virginia?
US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b
Peas grow excellently here as a cool-season crop — plant in early spring or late summer.
Plant zones
Virginia last frost
Virginia first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Peases in Virginia
Direct sow
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Virginia'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 Virginia
Virginia ranges from Zone 5b in the mountains to Zone 7b on the coast. The Shenandoah Valley is Zone 6b-7a. Four seasons with a long productive growing window in most areas.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Peas in Virginia?
Peas grow excellently here as a cool-season crop — plant in early spring or late summer.
What zone is Virginia?
Virginia spans USDA Zone 7a (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).
When do you plant Peases in Virginia?
Plant Peases Mar 7, harvest May 1 – May 16.