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When to Plant Peas in Nevada

In a typical Nevada location, sow outdoors Feb 2 – Feb 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Dec 9 in Henderson and as late as Apr 25 in Spring Creek.

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
Las VegasDec 13 – Dec 27
HendersonDec 9 – Dec 23
RenoMar 17 – Mar 31
North Las VegasDec 21 – Jan 4
ParadiseDec 9 – Dec 23
Sunrise ManorDec 21 – Jan 4
Spring ValleyDec 9 – Dec 23
EnterpriseDec 24 – Jan 7
SparksMar 20 – Apr 3
Carson CityMar 23 – Apr 6
WhitneyDec 9 – Dec 23
PahrumpFeb 15 – Mar 1
WinchesterDec 9 – Dec 23
Summerlin SouthJan 30 – Feb 13
ElkoApr 17 – May 1
FernleyMar 28 – Apr 11
Sun ValleyMar 17 – Mar 31
MesquiteFeb 2 – Feb 16
Boulder CityDec 10 – Dec 24
Spanish SpringsMar 22 – Apr 5
Spring CreekApr 25 – May 9
Gardnerville RanchosApr 18 – May 2

Showing the 22 most populous of 22 Nevada cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Nevada cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in Nevada?

In a typical Nevada location, sow outdoors Feb 2 – Feb 16. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Dec 9 in Henderson and as late as Apr 25 in Spring Creek.

When is the last frost in Nevada?

The average last spring frost in Nevada ranges from January 20 in Henderson to June 6 in Spring Creek, 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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