When to Plant Peas in Nebraska
In a typical Nebraska location, sow outdoors Mar 13 – Mar 27. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 4 in Elkhorn and as late as Mar 30 in Alliance.
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 |
|---|---|
| Omaha | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Lincoln | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Bellevue | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Grand Island | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Kearney | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Fremont | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Hastings | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Norfolk | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| North Platte | Mar 22 – Apr 5 |
| Columbus | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Papillion | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| La Vista | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Scottsbluff | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| South Sioux City | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Beatrice | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Chalco | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Lexington | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Alliance | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| Gering | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Elkhorn | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 Nebraska cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Nebraska cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant peas in Nebraska?
In a typical Nebraska location, sow outdoors Mar 13 – Mar 27. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 4 in Elkhorn and as late as Mar 30 in Alliance.
When is the last frost in Nebraska?
The average last spring frost in Nebraska ranges from April 15 in Elkhorn to May 11 in Alliance, 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 Nebraska
- 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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