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When to Plant Peas in Minnesota

In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Mar 19 – Apr 2. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 10 in Winona and as late as Apr 24 in Hibbing.

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
MinneapolisMar 12 – Mar 26
Saint PaulMar 13 – Mar 27
RochesterMar 19 – Apr 2
BloomingtonMar 12 – Mar 26
DuluthApr 2 – Apr 16
Brooklyn ParkMar 19 – Apr 2
PlymouthMar 18 – Apr 1
Maple GroveMar 19 – Apr 2
WoodburyMar 15 – Mar 29
EaganMar 12 – Mar 26
Saint CloudMar 26 – Apr 9
Eden PrairieMar 12 – Mar 26
West Coon RapidsMar 19 – Apr 2
Coon RapidsMar 19 – Apr 2
BlaineMar 24 – Apr 7
BurnsvilleMar 12 – Mar 26
LakevilleMar 16 – Mar 30
MinnetonkaMar 19 – Apr 2
Apple ValleyMar 16 – Mar 30
EdinaMar 12 – Mar 26
Minnetonka MillsMar 18 – Apr 1
Saint Louis ParkMar 18 – Apr 1
MoorheadMar 24 – Apr 7
MankatoMar 19 – Apr 2
MaplewoodMar 15 – Mar 29
ShakopeeMar 12 – Mar 26
RichfieldMar 12 – Mar 26
Cottage GroveMar 12 – Mar 26
RosevilleMar 17 – Mar 31
Inver Grove HeightsMar 13 – Mar 27

Showing the 30 most populous of 104 Minnesota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Minnesota cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in Minnesota?

In a typical Minnesota location, sow outdoors Mar 19 – Apr 2. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 10 in Winona and as late as Apr 24 in Hibbing.

When is the last frost in Minnesota?

The average last spring frost in Minnesota ranges from April 21 in Winona to June 5 in Hibbing, 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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