When to plant Sweet Pea in Zone 8a
In Zone 8a, Sweet Pea: direct sow outdoors around Feb 8–Mar 1. Expect to harvest around Apr 29–May 20.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 8 – Mar 1 |
| Harvest | Apr 29 – May 20 |
Tip: A cool-season climber — sow early, give it a trellis, and keep picking to prolong bloom.
Zone 8a averages a last spring frost around Mar 22 and a first fall frost around Nov 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8a calendar in the tool →