When to Plant Peas in Ohio
In a typical Ohio location, sow outdoors Mar 11 – Mar 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 25 in Cleveland and as late as Mar 27 in Girard.
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 |
|---|---|
| Columbus | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Cleveland | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Cincinnati | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Toledo | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Akron | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Dayton | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Parma | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Canton | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Youngstown | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| Lorain | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Hamilton | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Springfield | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Kettering | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Elyria | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Lakewood | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Cuyahoga Falls | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Middletown | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Newark | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Euclid | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Mentor | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Mansfield | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Beavercreek | Mar 7 – Mar 21 |
| Dublin | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Cleveland Heights | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Strongsville | Mar 9 – Mar 23 |
| Fairfield | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Findlay | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Warren | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Lancaster | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Grove City | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 203 Ohio cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Ohio cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant peas in Ohio?
In a typical Ohio location, sow outdoors Mar 11 – Mar 25. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 25 in Cleveland and as late as Mar 27 in Girard.
When is the last frost in Ohio?
The average last spring frost in Ohio ranges from April 8 in Cleveland to May 8 in Girard, 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 Ohio
- 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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