When to Plant Peas in Rhode Island
In a typical Rhode Island location, sow outdoors Feb 28 – Mar 14. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 24 in Newport and as late as Mar 20 in Narragansett.
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 |
|---|---|
| Providence | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Warwick | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Cranston | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Pawtucket | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| East Providence | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Woonsocket | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Coventry | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Cumberland | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| North Providence | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| South Kingstown | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| West Warwick | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Johnston | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| North Kingstown | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Newport | Feb 24 – Mar 10 |
| Bristol | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Smithfield | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Lincoln | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Central Falls | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Westerly | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Portsmouth | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Middletown | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Barrington | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Narragansett | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| East Greenwich | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Newport East | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Valley Falls | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Warren | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| North Smithfield | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| North Scituate | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
Showing the 29 most populous of 29 Rhode Island cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Rhode Island cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant peas in Rhode Island?
In a typical Rhode Island location, sow outdoors Feb 28 – Mar 14. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 24 in Newport and as late as Mar 20 in Narragansett.
When is the last frost in Rhode Island?
The average last spring frost in Rhode Island ranges from April 7 in Newport to May 1 in Narragansett, 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 Rhode Island
- 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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