When to Plant Peas in Indiana
In a typical Indiana location, sow outdoors Mar 11 – Mar 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 15 in Evansville and as late as Mar 21 in Auburn.
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 |
|---|---|
| Indianapolis | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Fort Wayne | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Evansville | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| South Bend | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Carmel | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Bloomington | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Hammond | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Gary | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Fishers | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Lafayette | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Muncie | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Terre Haute | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Noblesville | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Kokomo | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Greenwood | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Anderson | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Elkhart | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Mishawaka | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Lawrence | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Jeffersonville | Feb 17 – Mar 3 |
| Columbus | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| West Lafayette | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Portage | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Westfield | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| New Albany | Feb 17 – Mar 3 |
| Richmond | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Merrillville | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Goshen | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Valparaiso | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Michigan City | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 88 Indiana cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Indiana cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant peas in Indiana?
In a typical Indiana location, sow outdoors Mar 11 – Mar 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 15 in Evansville and as late as Mar 21 in Auburn.
When is the last frost in Indiana?
The average last spring frost in Indiana ranges from March 29 in Evansville to May 2 in Auburn, 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 Indiana
- 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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