When to Plant Peas in Kentucky
In a typical Kentucky location, sow outdoors Mar 1 – Mar 15. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 17 in Louisville and as late as Mar 20 in Shelbyville.
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 |
|---|---|
| Louisville | Feb 17 – Mar 3 |
| Lexington | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Lexington-Fayette | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Meads | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Bowling Green | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Owensboro | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Covington | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Richmond | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Georgetown | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Florence | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Hopkinsville | Feb 21 – Mar 7 |
| Nicholasville | Feb 24 – Mar 10 |
| Elizabethtown | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Henderson | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Frankfort | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Jeffersontown | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Independence | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Paducah | Feb 23 – Mar 9 |
| Valley Station | Feb 17 – Mar 3 |
| Radcliff | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Ashland | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Newburg | Feb 23 – Mar 9 |
| Madisonville | Feb 19 – Mar 5 |
| Murray | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Erlanger | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Winchester | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Fern Creek | Feb 23 – Mar 9 |
| Saint Matthews | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Okolona | Feb 23 – Mar 9 |
| Danville | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 52 Kentucky cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Kentucky cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant peas in Kentucky?
In a typical Kentucky location, sow outdoors Mar 1 – Mar 15. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 17 in Louisville and as late as Mar 20 in Shelbyville.
When is the last frost in Kentucky?
The average last spring frost in Kentucky ranges from March 31 in Louisville to May 1 in Shelbyville, 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 Kentucky
- 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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