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When to Plant Snow Pea in Burkettsville, Ohio (45310)

Location

Burkettsville, Ohio

ZIP Code

45310

USDA Zone

6a

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Monday, March 9, 2026

Based on last frost Monday, April 20, 2026 · Zone 6a

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 Monday, March 9, 2026.

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🤝 Good Companions

CarrotRadishLettuceCornTurnip

⚠️ 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 Burkettsville, Ohio? +

In Burkettsville (Zone 6a), direct sow Snow Pea outdoors around Monday, March 9, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Burkettsville, Ohio? +

The average last spring frost date for Burkettsville, Ohio (ZIP 45310) is around Monday, April 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 6a.

How long does Snow Pea take to grow? +

Snow Pea typically matures in about 60 days from direct sowing. In Burkettsville, that means you can expect harvest around Monday, March 9, 2026 plus 60 days.

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

Snow Pea does best when direct sown outdoors. In Burkettsville, sow directly around Monday, March 9, 2026.

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Growing Snow Pea in Zone 6a

Snow Pea (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Burkettsville, Ohio, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, March 9, 2026.

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