When to Plant Snow Pea in Sacramento, California (94271)

Location

Sacramento, California

ZIP Code

94271

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Based on last frost Tuesday, February 10, 2026 · Zone 9b

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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🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

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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 Sacramento, California? +

In Sacramento (Zone 9b), direct sow Snow Pea outdoors around Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

What is the last frost date for Sacramento, California? +

The average last spring frost date for Sacramento, California (ZIP 94271) is around Tuesday, February 10, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 9b.

How long does Snow Pea take to grow? +

Snow Pea typically matures in about 60 days from direct sowing. In Sacramento, that means you can expect harvest around Tuesday, December 30, 2025 plus 60 days.

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

Snow Pea does best when direct sown outdoors. In Sacramento, sow directly around Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

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Growing Snow Pea in Zone 9b

Snow Pea (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Sacramento, California, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, you should direct sow seeds around Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

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