When to Plant Pea in San Diego, California (92121)
Location
San Diego, California
ZIP Code
92121
USDA Zone
10b
Last Frost
Friday, January 15, 2027
📅 Planting Calendar
Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, December 4, 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
CarrotRadishTurnipCucumberCorn
⚠️ Avoid Planting Near
OnionGarlic
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Growing Pea in Zone 10b
Pea (Pisum sativum) is a popular garden vegetable. In San Diego, California, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 10b, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, December 4, 2026.
Your average last frost date is Friday, January 15, 2027. Pea grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.