How to Grow Snow Pea

Sow Snow Pea seeds directly in the garden 6 weeks before your last frost date. Use the search on this page to find exact dates for your location.

Snow Pea typically matures in about 60 days from planting. Exact timing varies by variety, soil conditions, and local climate.

Snow Pea does best when direct sown outdoors. Plant seeds directly in the garden at the appropriate time based on your local frost dates.

Snow Pea requires full sun to partial shade to thrive.

Space Snow Pea plants 3 inches apart to allow adequate airflow and root development.

Snow Pea has regular (1 inch/week) water needs. Consistent moisture is important especially during germination and early growth.

Yes — seed saving difficulty for Snow Pea is rated easy. Leave select pods on the vine past the edible stage until fully dry and papery. Shell dried pods, cure on screen for 1 week, then store in a sealed container.

Properly dried and stored Snow Pea seeds remain viable for up to 3 years. Store in a cool, dark, dry location in an airtight container with a silica gel packet for best results.

Yes — Snow Pea is open-pollinated, meaning seeds saved from your harvest will grow plants true to the parent variety. This makes it an excellent candidate for building a self-sustaining garden.