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When to Plant Peas in South Dakota

In a typical South Dakota location, sow outdoors Mar 25 – Apr 8. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 15 in Tea and as late as Mar 31 in Ellsworth Air Force Base.

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
Sioux FallsMar 20 – Apr 3
Rapid CityMar 22 – Apr 5
AberdeenMar 27 – Apr 10
BrookingsMar 25 – Apr 8
WatertownMar 26 – Apr 9
MitchellMar 21 – Apr 4
YanktonMar 16 – Mar 30
PierreMar 25 – Apr 8
HuronMar 25 – Apr 8
SpearfishMar 31 – Apr 14
VermillionMar 22 – Apr 5
BrandonMar 20 – Apr 3
Box ElderMar 31 – Apr 14
Rapid ValleyMar 22 – Apr 5
Ellsworth Air Force BaseMar 31 – Apr 14
MadisonMar 24 – Apr 7
SturgisMar 27 – Apr 10
Belle FourcheMar 29 – Apr 12
HarrisburgMar 21 – Apr 4
TeaMar 15 – Mar 29

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in South Dakota?

In a typical South Dakota location, sow outdoors Mar 25 – Apr 8. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 15 in Tea and as late as Mar 31 in Ellsworth Air Force Base.

When is the last frost in South Dakota?

The average last spring frost in South Dakota ranges from April 26 in Tea to May 12 in Ellsworth Air Force Base, 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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