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Can You Grow Peas in Washington?

US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 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

Washington last frost

late January

Washington first frost

mid-December

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Peases in Washington

Direct sow

Jan 30

Harvest

Mar 26 – Apr 10

Dates are approximate, based on Washington'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 Washington

Washington has dramatically different climates. The wet maritime west (Zone 8a-8b) is mild and productive year-round. Eastern Washington is semi-arid and colder (Zone 5-6) with hot dry summers.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Peas in Washington?

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

What zone is Washington?

Washington spans USDA Zone 8b (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Peases in Washington?

Plant Peases Jan 30, harvest Mar 26 – Apr 10.