When to Plant Snow Pea in Fairbanks, Alaska (99708)

Location

Fairbanks, Alaska

ZIP Code

99708

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Monday, June 1, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Monday, April 20, 2026

Based on last frost Monday, June 1, 2026 · Zone 2a

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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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 Fairbanks, Alaska? +

In Fairbanks (Zone 2a), direct sow Snow Pea outdoors around Monday, April 20, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Fairbanks, Alaska? +

The average last spring frost date for Fairbanks, Alaska (ZIP 99708) is around Monday, June 1, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 2a.

How long does Snow Pea take to grow? +

Snow Pea typically matures in about 60 days from direct sowing. In Fairbanks, that means you can expect harvest around Monday, April 20, 2026 plus 60 days.

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

Snow Pea does best when direct sown outdoors. In Fairbanks, sow directly around Monday, April 20, 2026.

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Growing Snow Pea in Zone 2a

Snow Pea (Pisum sativum var. saccharatum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Fairbanks, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 2a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, April 20, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, June 1, 2026. Snow Pea grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.