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When to Plant Snap Pea in Pearl River, New York (10965)

Location

Pearl River, New York

ZIP Code

10965

USDA Zone

7a

Last Frost

Friday, April 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, February 27, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Snap Pea directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon
Days to Maturity 60 days
Mature Height 24-60"
Spread 6"
Type Vine
Fruit Size Small (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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Growing Snap Pea in Zone 7a

Snap Pea (Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon) is a popular garden vegetable. In Pearl River, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a, you should direct sow seeds around Friday, February 27, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, April 10, 2026. Snap Pea grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.