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When to Plant Snow Pea in Saint Petersburg, Florida (33708)

Location

Saint Petersburg, Florida

ZIP Code

33708

USDA Zone

10b

Last Frost

Thursday, January 15, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Based on last frost Thursday, January 15, 2026 · Zone 10b

Pro tip: Sow Snow Pea directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Pisum sativum var. saccharatum
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 18-36"
Spread 6"
Type Vine
Fruit Size Small (flat 2-3 inch pods)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun to Partial Shade

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Water

Regular (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

3" apart

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Planting Depth

1" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 6-10 days

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Get your seeds now so they're ready by Thursday, December 4, 2025.

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🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Snow Pea

See which plants help Snow Pea thrive, which to keep away, and raised bed layout tips →

🛠️ Supplies You'll Need

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Leave select pods on the vine past the edible stage until fully dry and papery.

Processing

Shell dried pods, cure on screen for 1 week, then store in a sealed container.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Maintain at least 25 plants when saving seed to preserve genetic diversity over generations.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 16 per sq ft of Snow Pea. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Snow Pea in Saint Petersburg, Florida? +

In Saint Petersburg (Zone 10b), direct sow Snow Pea outdoors around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

What is the last frost date for Saint Petersburg, Florida? +

The average last spring frost date for Saint Petersburg, Florida (ZIP 33708) is around Thursday, January 15, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 10b.

How long does Snow Pea take to grow? +

Snow Pea typically matures in about 60 days from direct sowing. In Saint Petersburg, that means you can expect harvest around Thursday, December 4, 2025 plus 60 days.

Should I start Snow Pea indoors or direct sow in Florida? +

Snow Pea does best when direct sown outdoors. In Saint Petersburg, sow directly around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

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Growing Snow Pea in Zone 10b

Snow Pea (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Saint Petersburg, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10b, you should direct sow seeds around Thursday, December 4, 2025.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, January 15, 2026. Snow Pea grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.