When to Plant Peas in Virginia
In a typical Virginia location, sow outdoors Feb 28 – Mar 14. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 2 in Newport News and as late as Mar 15 in Radford.
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 |
|---|---|
| Virginia Beach | Feb 15 – Mar 1 |
| Norfolk | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Chesapeake | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Richmond | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Arlington | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Newport News | Feb 2 – Feb 16 |
| Alexandria | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| East Hampton | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Hampton | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Roanoke | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Portsmouth Heights | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Portsmouth | Feb 9 – Feb 23 |
| Suffolk | Feb 13 – Feb 27 |
| South Suffolk | Feb 13 – Feb 27 |
| Lynchburg | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Centreville | Mar 4 – Mar 18 |
| Dale City | Feb 14 – Feb 28 |
| West Lynchburg | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Reston | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Harrisonburg | Mar 10 – Mar 24 |
| Leesburg | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| McLean | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Charlottesville | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Tuckahoe | Feb 27 – Mar 13 |
| Blacksburg | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Ashburn | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Danville | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Manassas | Mar 1 – Mar 15 |
| Lake Ridge | Mar 1 – Mar 15 |
| Burke | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 118 Virginia cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Virginia cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant peas in Virginia?
In a typical Virginia location, sow outdoors Feb 28 – Mar 14. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 2 in Newport News and as late as Mar 15 in Radford.
When is the last frost in Virginia?
The average last spring frost in Virginia ranges from March 16 in Newport News to April 26 in Radford, 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 Virginia
- 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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