When to plant Pea in Zone 3a
In Zone 3a, Pea: direct sow outdoors around Apr 13–May 4. Expect to harvest around Jun 17–Jul 8.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Apr 13 – May 4 |
| Harvest | Jun 17 – Jul 8 |
Tip: One of the first things to sow in spring — it thrives in cool weather and fades in heat.
Zone 3a averages a last spring frost around May 25 and a first fall frost around Sep 8. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 3a calendar in the tool →