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When to Plant Peas in North Dakota

In a typical North Dakota location, sow outdoors Mar 29 – Apr 12. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 23 in Wahpeton and as late as Apr 9 in Beulah.

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
FargoMar 24 – Apr 7
BismarckMar 29 – Apr 12
Grand ForksMar 29 – Apr 12
MinotMar 29 – Apr 12
West FargoMar 29 – Apr 12
WillistonApr 9 – Apr 23
DickinsonApr 8 – Apr 22
MandanApr 1 – Apr 15
JamestownMar 27 – Apr 10
WahpetonMar 23 – Apr 6
Devils LakeMar 25 – Apr 8
Watford CityMar 28 – Apr 11
Valley CityApr 1 – Apr 15
Minot Air Force BaseMar 30 – Apr 13
GraftonMar 23 – Apr 6
LincolnApr 2 – Apr 16
BeulahApr 9 – Apr 23
RugbyApr 5 – Apr 19
StanleyApr 5 – Apr 19
HoraceMar 23 – Apr 6

Showing the 20 most populous of 20 North Dakota cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all North Dakota cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in North Dakota?

In a typical North Dakota location, sow outdoors Mar 29 – Apr 12. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 23 in Wahpeton and as late as Apr 9 in Beulah.

When is the last frost in North Dakota?

The average last spring frost in North Dakota ranges from May 4 in Wahpeton to May 21 in Beulah, 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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