When to Plant Pole Pea in Eva, Alabama (35621)

Location

Eva, Alabama

ZIP Code

35621

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Friday, March 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Friday, February 6, 2026

Based on last frost Friday, March 20, 2026 · Zone 8a

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

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🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Pisum sativum

Days to Maturity 70 days

Mature Height 48-96"

Spread 6"

Type Vine

Fruit Size Small (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 5-10 days

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy

✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Let pods dry and rattle on the vine before harvesting for seed.

Processing

Shell dried pods, spread seeds to dry 1–2 weeks before storing.

Seed Viability

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

Pro Tip

Self-pollinating before flowers open — very reliable for pure seed saving.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

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

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Pole Pea in Eva, Alabama? +

In Eva (Zone 8a), direct sow Pole Pea outdoors around Friday, February 6, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Eva, Alabama? +

The average last spring frost date for Eva, Alabama (ZIP 35621) is around Friday, March 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 8a.

How long does Pole Pea take to grow? +

Pole Pea typically matures in about 70 days from direct sowing. In Eva, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, February 6, 2026 plus 70 days.

Should I start Pole Pea indoors or direct sow in Alabama? +

Pole Pea does best when direct sown outdoors. In Eva, sow directly around Friday, February 6, 2026.

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Growing Pole Pea in Zone 8a

Pole Pea (Pisum sativum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Eva, Alabama, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 8a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 6, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, March 20, 2026. Pole Pea grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.