When to Plant Peas in District of Columbia
In a typical District of Columbia location, sow outdoors Feb 15 – Mar 1. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 10 in Washington and as late as Feb 26 in Chevy Chase.
Cold-hardy; direct sow 4-6 weeks before last frost as soon as soil can be worked.
Peas Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Washington | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Downtown DC | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Columbia Heights | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Mount Pleasant | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Central 14th Street / Spring Road | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Northwest One | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Foggy Bottom | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Mount Vernon Triangle | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| H Street NE | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Pleasant Plains | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| NoMa | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Petworth | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Capitol Riverfront | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Park View | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Golden Triangle | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Shaw | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Brightwood | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Adams Morgan | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Kennedy Street | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Southwest Waterfront | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Barracks Row | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Union Market | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Anacostia | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Colorado Triangle | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Brentwood Village | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| The Wharf | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Central 14th Street / WMATA Northern Bus Barn | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Van Ness | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Benning Road | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Hillcrest | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 35 District of Columbia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all District of Columbia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant peas in District of Columbia?
In a typical District of Columbia location, sow outdoors Feb 15 – Mar 1. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 10 in Washington and as late as Feb 26 in Chevy Chase.
When is the last frost in District of Columbia?
The average last spring frost in District of Columbia ranges from March 24 in Washington to April 9 in Chevy Chase, 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.
Other Crops in District of Columbia
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Dill
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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