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When to Plant Snap Pea in Zone 11A

USDA Zone

11A

Cities Covered

34

Avg Last Frost

Friday, January 1, 2027

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 11A

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, November 20, 2026

Pro Tip: Snap Pea can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon
Days to Maturity 60 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun to Partial Shade
Plant Spacing 3" apart

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Growing Snap Pea in USDA Zone 11A

Snap Pea (Pisum sativum var. macrocarpon) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 11A. This zone includes cities like Hermosa Beach, Malibu, Venice and 31 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 11A is around Friday, January 1, 2027. Snap Pea can be directly sown outdoors around Friday, November 20, 2026.

Expect to harvest your Snap Pea approximately 60 days after planting.