When to plant cowpea (southern pea) in Arkansas
Arkansas spans USDA zones 7a–8b, so the right time to plant cowpea (southern pea) shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 27 in Texarkana to April 26 in Rogers — below are local dates for 39 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | April 4 – April 18 |
| Fayetteville | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Fort Smith | 8a | March 25 | November 6 | April 8 – April 22 |
| Springdale | 7a | April 4 | October 31 | April 18 – May 2 |
| Jonesboro | 7b | March 23 | November 9 | April 6 – April 20 |
| Rogers | 7a | April 12 | October 26 | April 26 – May 10 |
| Conway | 8a | April 2 | November 2 | April 16 – April 30 |
| North Little Rock | 8a | March 21 | November 10 | April 4 – April 18 |
Cowpea (Southern Pea) in Arkansas: FAQ
When can I plant cowpea (southern pea) in Arkansas?
Across Arkansas, the time to direct-sow cowpea (southern pea) spans roughly March 27 in Texarkana to April 26 in Rogers, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the cowpea (southern pea) planting date vary across Arkansas?
Yes. Arkansas publishes 39 cities with their own frost dates, so the right cowpea (southern pea) planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does cowpea (southern pea) take to grow in Arkansas?
Cowpea (Southern Pea) takes about 60–90 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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