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When to Plant Pea in Port Arthur, Texas (77642)

Location

Port Arthur, Texas

ZIP Code

77642

USDA Zone

9b

Last Frost

Wednesday, February 10, 2027

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, December 30, 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

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Growing Pea in Zone 9b

Pea (Pisum sativum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Port Arthur, Texas, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, December 30, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, February 10, 2027. Pea grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.