When to Plant Peas in Montana
In a typical Montana location, sow outdoors Apr 2 – Apr 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 24 in Laurel and as late as May 2 in Butte.
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 |
|---|---|
| Billings | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Missoula | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Great Falls | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Bozeman | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Butte | May 2 – May 16 |
| Helena | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Kalispell | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Havre | Apr 3 – Apr 17 |
| Anaconda | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Miles City | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Helena Valley Southeast | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Belgrade | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Helena Valley West Central | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Evergreen | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Livingston | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Whitefish | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Laurel | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Sidney | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Lockwood | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Lewistown | Apr 2 – Apr 16 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 Montana cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Montana cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant peas in Montana?
In a typical Montana location, sow outdoors Apr 2 – Apr 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 24 in Laurel and as late as May 2 in Butte.
When is the last frost in Montana?
The average last spring frost in Montana ranges from May 5 in Laurel to June 13 in Butte, 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 Montana
- 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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