When to plant cowpea (southern pea) in Rhode Island
Rhode Island spans USDA zones 6b–7a, 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 April 21 in Newport to May 6 in Pawtucket — below are local dates for 11 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence | 7a | April 11 | October 30 | April 25 – May 9 |
| Cranston | 7a | April 11 | October 30 | April 25 – May 9 |
| Warwick | 7a | April 11 | October 30 | April 25 – May 9 |
| Pawtucket | 7a | April 22 | October 19 | May 6 – May 20 |
| East Providence | 7a | April 11 | October 30 | April 25 – May 9 |
| Woonsocket | 6b | April 22 | October 19 | May 6 – May 20 |
| Newport | 7a | April 7 | November 13 | April 21 – May 5 |
| Central Falls | 7a | April 22 | October 19 | May 6 – May 20 |
Cowpea (Southern Pea) in Rhode Island: FAQ
When can I plant cowpea (southern pea) in Rhode Island?
Across Rhode Island, the time to direct-sow cowpea (southern pea) spans roughly April 21 in Newport to May 6 in Pawtucket, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the cowpea (southern pea) planting date vary across Rhode Island?
Yes. Rhode Island publishes 11 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 Rhode Island?
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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