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When to Plant Peas in Delaware

In a typical Delaware location, sow outdoors Feb 24 – Mar 10. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 16 in Claymont and as late as Mar 8 in Hockessin.

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
WilmingtonFeb 24 – Mar 10
DoverFeb 21 – Mar 7
NewarkFeb 24 – Mar 10
MiddletownFeb 24 – Mar 10
BearFeb 24 – Mar 10
BrooksideFeb 24 – Mar 10
GlasgowFeb 24 – Mar 10
HockessinMar 8 – Mar 22
SmyrnaFeb 21 – Mar 7
Pike Creek ValleyFeb 24 – Mar 10
MilfordFeb 28 – Mar 14
ClaymontFeb 16 – Mar 2
North StarFeb 24 – Mar 10
Pike CreekFeb 24 – Mar 10
Wilmington ManorFeb 24 – Mar 10
SeafordFeb 28 – Mar 14
GeorgetownFeb 21 – Mar 7
ElsmereFeb 24 – Mar 10
EdgemoorFeb 24 – Mar 10
New CastleFeb 24 – Mar 10

Showing the 20 most populous of 20 Delaware cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Delaware cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in Delaware?

In a typical Delaware location, sow outdoors Feb 24 – Mar 10. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 16 in Claymont and as late as Mar 8 in Hockessin.

When is the last frost in Delaware?

The average last spring frost in Delaware ranges from March 30 in Claymont to April 19 in Hockessin, 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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