Unlike common peas, which thrive in cold weather, southern peas resemble beans in their love for warm weather. Sow your first purple hull peas in April or May — whenever air temperatures are reliably above 70 degrees Fahrenheit and soil temperatures are above 60 degrees.

How late in the year can you plant purple hull peas?

Direct Sow Plant purple hull peas outside directly after all danger of frost has passed. Ideally, soil temperatures should reach 60°F (15°F). This is typically late spring in May or early summer in June.

Can you grow purple hull peas in the fall?

Also known as field peas, cow peas, crowders and purple hulls, this vegetable loves heat and fills in beautifully between the early summer and fall crops.

What is the best month to plant peas?

The best time to plant peas is as soon as the ground is thawed and can be worked in late winter or early spring. Peas can also be a fall crop in many areas. They can be planted in the late summer or early fall, especially in areas where spring warms too quickly for good pea production.

How late can you plant peas?

“Plant peas as soon as the ground can be worked” is a popular saying in the gardening world. Unfortunately, in my garden, that means mid- to late March! However, our fortunate southern friends can often start planting in January and February.

Can I plant purple hull peas in June?

The neat thing about growing purple hull peas is that they are an excellent choice for late summer planting. Once the tomatoes have finished up, use the garden space for purple hull peas for an early fall crop. Purple hull peas are a warm weather annual that can’t abide frost, so timing is essential for later crops.

Do you soak purple hull peas before planting?

Most of them have hard coats, and all benefit from soaking before planting. Soak them overnight in warm water. This will expedite the germination process.

How far apart should I plant okra?

Spacing Requirements Sow okra seeds ½ inch deep. When direct-sowing okra, space seeds 2 inches apart and thin to a final spacing of 12-18 inches apart.

What time of year do I plant peas?

Peas are easy to grow from seed sown in spring and into early summer, either outdoors where they are to grow, or indoors to get them off to an early, reliable start. When choosing varieties to grow, bear in mind that round peas tend to be hardier than wrinkled varieties.

Is it too early to plant peas?

Peas must be planted as early as possible in the spring to get a full harvest before hot summer temperatures arrive and put an end to production. In temperate zones, the saying “Plant peas by St. Patrick’s Day” holds true. Otherwise, plant peas about a month prior to your frost-free date.

Is it too late to plant peas in June?

Tasty melons make for a great treat on hot, long summers and a staple for summer picnics and family fun. Peas (Zones 3-5): For Zones 3-5 and 6 depending on weather, green peas and sugar peas are good to plant in June, and will produce a great summer crop of fresh, crisp peas.

Is it too late to plant peas in May?

Edible peas are a cool-season crop that are best planted in the early spring and again in the late summer. It is too late for the spring planting, but you’re not out of luck for this growing season. Peas can tolerate a light frost and should be harvested as soon as the pods are filled.

Can I plant peas in January?

Sweet peas are annuals and can be sown in the spring. However, as with sowing the seeds in October, a January sowing enables the plants to develop strong roots, put on some early growth and provide larger plants to set out after the frosts. It does feel incredibly strange sowing seeds in the middle of January.

Can peas grow in hot weather?

They grow best when the temperature stays below 70 degrees. Peas will stop producing pods when they get too hot, but will start producing again when it cools down. That’s why peas are considered a cool-weather crop.