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When to Plant Peas in Colorado

In a typical Colorado location, sow outdoors Mar 22 – Apr 5. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 3 in Grand Junction and as late as May 10 in Edwards.

Method Direct sow
Days to maturity 55–70 days

Cold-hardy; direct sow 4-6 weeks before last frost as soon as soil can be worked.

Peas Planting Dates by City

CityDirect sow
DenverMar 19 – Apr 2
Colorado SpringsMar 22 – Apr 5
AuroraMar 23 – Apr 6
Fort CollinsMar 21 – Apr 4
LakewoodMar 22 – Apr 5
ThorntonMar 21 – Apr 4
WestminsterMar 21 – Apr 4
ArvadaMar 24 – Apr 7
CentennialMar 24 – Apr 7
PuebloMar 19 – Apr 2
GreeleyMar 21 – Apr 4
BoulderMar 25 – Apr 8
Highlands RanchMar 24 – Apr 7
LongmontMar 26 – Apr 9
LovelandMar 29 – Apr 12
BroomfieldMar 21 – Apr 4
Grand JunctionMar 3 – Mar 17
Castle RockMar 28 – Apr 11
Commerce CityMar 23 – Apr 6
ParkerMar 28 – Apr 11
LittletonMar 21 – Apr 4
NorthglennMar 21 – Apr 4
BrightonMar 22 – Apr 5
Dakota RidgeMar 21 – Apr 4
EnglewoodMar 21 – Apr 4
Security-WidefieldMar 22 – Apr 5
WindsorMar 22 – Apr 5
Ken CarylMar 21 – Apr 4
Wheat RidgeMar 24 – Apr 7
Pueblo WestMar 15 – Mar 29

Showing the 30 most populous of 65 Colorado cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Colorado cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in Colorado?

In a typical Colorado location, sow outdoors Mar 22 – Apr 5. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 3 in Grand Junction and as late as May 10 in Edwards.

When is the last frost in Colorado?

The average last spring frost in Colorado ranges from April 14 in Grand Junction to June 21 in Edwards, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.

How long do peas take to grow?

Peas typically take 55–70 days from planting to harvest. Cold-hardy; direct sow 4-6 weeks before last frost as soon as soil can be worked.

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