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When to Plant Pea in Cannon Falls, Minnesota (55009)

Location

Cannon Falls, Minnesota

ZIP Code

55009

USDA Zone

4b

Last Frost

Tuesday, May 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Tuesday, March 24, 2026

Pro Tip: Pea can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Pisum sativum
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 24-72"
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 7-14 days

🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

OnionGarlic

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Growing Pea in Zone 4b

Pea (Pisum sativum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Cannon Falls, Minnesota, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, March 24, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Tuesday, May 5, 2026. Pea grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.