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Can You Grow Peas in West Virginia?

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

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9a

West Virginia last frost

early April

West Virginia first frost

late October

Days to harvest

55–70 days

When to plant Peases in West Virginia

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

May 26 – Jun 10

Dates are approximate, based on West 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.

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Gardening in West Virginia

West Virginia has a humid continental climate shaped by the Appalachians. Most of the state is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Peas in West Virginia?

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

What zone is West Virginia?

West Virginia spans USDA Zone 6a (5a, 5b, 6a, 6b).

When do you plant Peases in West Virginia?

Plant Peases Apr 1, harvest May 26 – Jun 10.