When to Plant Snow Pea in Monett, Missouri (65708)

Location

Monett, Missouri

ZIP Code

65708

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Friday, February 27, 2026

Based on last frost Friday, April 10, 2026 · Zone 7a

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

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🌿 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 Friday, February 27, 2026.

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Snow Pea

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🛠️ 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 Monett, Missouri? +

In Monett (Zone 7a), direct sow Snow Pea outdoors around Friday, February 27, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Monett, Missouri? +

The average last spring frost date for Monett, Missouri (ZIP 65708) is around Friday, April 10, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 7a.

How long does Snow Pea take to grow? +

Snow Pea typically matures in about 60 days from direct sowing. In Monett, that means you can expect harvest around Friday, February 27, 2026 plus 60 days.

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

Snow Pea does best when direct sown outdoors. In Monett, sow directly around Friday, February 27, 2026.

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Growing Snow Pea in Zone 7a

Snow Pea (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Monett, Missouri, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 27, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Snow Pea grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.