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When to Plant Peas in New Hampshire

In a typical New Hampshire location, sow outdoors Mar 22 – Apr 5. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 10 in Salem and as late as Apr 2 in Berlin.

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
ManchesterMar 19 – Apr 2
NashuaMar 19 – Apr 2
ConcordMar 27 – Apr 10
East ConcordMar 27 – Apr 10
Derry VillageMar 19 – Apr 2
DoverMar 22 – Apr 5
RochesterMar 19 – Apr 2
SalemMar 10 – Mar 24
MerrimackMar 19 – Apr 2
KeeneApr 2 – Apr 16
DerryMar 19 – Apr 2
PortsmouthMar 23 – Apr 6
BedfordMar 10 – Mar 24
LaconiaMar 19 – Apr 2
LebanonMar 28 – Apr 11
WindhamMar 22 – Apr 5
ClaremontApr 2 – Apr 16
PelhamMar 22 – Apr 5
SomersworthMar 19 – Apr 2
LondonderryMar 10 – Mar 24
DurhamMar 27 – Apr 10
HamptonMar 23 – Apr 6
BerlinApr 2 – Apr 16
ExeterMar 23 – Apr 6

Showing the 24 most populous of 24 New Hampshire cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all New Hampshire cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in New Hampshire?

In a typical New Hampshire location, sow outdoors Mar 22 – Apr 5. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 10 in Salem and as late as Apr 2 in Berlin.

When is the last frost in New Hampshire?

The average last spring frost in New Hampshire ranges from April 21 in Salem to May 14 in Berlin, 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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