When to plant peas in Connecticut
Connecticut spans USDA zones 6a–7a, so the right time to plant peas shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about February 22 in Bridgeport to March 27 in Torrington — below are local dates for 35 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport | 7a | April 5 | November 6 | February 22 – March 22 |
| Stamford | 7a | April 17 | October 23 | March 6 – April 3 |
| New Haven | 7a | April 17 | October 27 | March 6 – April 3 |
| Hartford | 6b | April 17 | October 26 | March 6 – April 3 |
| Waterbury | 6b | April 26 | October 16 | March 15 – April 12 |
| Norwalk | 7a | April 17 | October 23 | March 6 – April 3 |
| Danbury | 6b | May 1 | October 14 | March 20 – April 17 |
| New Britain | 6b | April 17 | October 26 | March 6 – April 3 |
Peas in Connecticut: FAQ
When can I plant peas in Connecticut?
Across Connecticut, the time to direct-sow peas spans roughly February 22 in Bridgeport to March 27 in Torrington, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the peas planting date vary across Connecticut?
Yes. Connecticut publishes 35 cities with their own frost dates, so the right peas 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 peas take to grow in Connecticut?
Peas takes about 55–70 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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