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When to Plant Peas in Washington

In a typical Washington location, sow outdoors Feb 10 – Feb 24. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 18 in Port Townsend and as late as Apr 18 in Cheney.

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
SeattleJan 30 – Feb 13
Tri-CitiesMar 16 – Mar 30
SpokaneMar 15 – Mar 29
TacomaJan 25 – Feb 8
VancouverFeb 15 – Mar 1
BellevueJan 25 – Feb 8
KentFeb 6 – Feb 20
EverettFeb 10 – Feb 24
RentonJan 30 – Feb 13
Federal WayJan 25 – Feb 8
Spokane ValleyMar 15 – Mar 29
YakimaMar 27 – Apr 10
KirklandJan 25 – Feb 8
BellinghamFeb 18 – Mar 4
KennewickFeb 14 – Feb 28
AuburnFeb 6 – Feb 20
PascoFeb 14 – Feb 28
MarysvilleFeb 10 – Feb 24
RedmondJan 25 – Feb 8
LakewoodJan 28 – Feb 11
OlympiaMar 18 – Apr 1
ShorelineJan 25 – Feb 8
RichlandFeb 23 – Mar 9
South HillFeb 28 – Mar 14
SammamishJan 25 – Feb 8
BurienJan 19 – Feb 2
LaceyMar 18 – Apr 1
City of SammamishFeb 16 – Mar 2
BothellJan 25 – Feb 8
EdmondsJan 26 – Feb 9

Showing the 30 most populous of 133 Washington cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Washington cities.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant peas in Washington?

In a typical Washington location, sow outdoors Feb 10 – Feb 24. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 18 in Port Townsend and as late as Apr 18 in Cheney.

When is the last frost in Washington?

The average last spring frost in Washington ranges from March 1 in Port Townsend to May 30 in Cheney, 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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