Green Arrow

Family: Fabaceae Legume

Planting Schedule

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Sweet, crisp pods open to reveal vivid Green Arrow peas with a clean, garden-fresh snap and a bright, sweet flavor that sings at first taste.

The peas fill with a smooth, tender texture ideal for shelling, delivering a uniform harvest over a steady window. Grow Green Arrow for reliable performance and a classic shelling pea that shines in hearty potfuls and vibrant seasonal preparations.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Upright

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Green Arrow Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Jul 31st – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Jul 24th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jul 18th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 14th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 12th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jul 7th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jul 3rd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jun 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jun 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jun 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jun 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	May 31st – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	May 22nd – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	May 5th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Apr 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 30th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	60
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	Trellis
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	45
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Green Arrow is a classic shelling pea—uniform, juicy, and sweet—so it rewards fast heat and careful timing. Blanch briefly, then finish with butter, lemon, and salt so the peas keep their snap instead of going starchy.

Best Uses

quick-blanch then toss with browned butter and flaky salt
shell-fresh in salads where peas must hold a crisp bite
stir into spring risotto at the end for a creamy base with bright pearls
fold into thick soups or chowders just long enough to warm through

Flavor Profile

sweet snap with bright, freshly green notes tender, evenly sized peas that stay juicy gentle vegetal sweetness without bitterness

Kitchen Pairings

browned butter lemon shallot mint parmesan prosciutto

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the most common pests or diseases on Pisum sativum (garden pea) and what should I do?

Pea plants commonly suffer from powdery mildew and aphid infestations. If you see white powdery growth on leaves, remove badly affected foliage early and improve airflow; avoid overhead watering. For aphids, spray plants with a strong water jet and, if needed, treat with insecticidal soap, focusing on the undersides of young shoots.

How often should I water Pisum sativum during the main growing phase (flowering and pod fill)?

Water deeply about 1–2 times per week to keep the root zone evenly moist, aiming for roughly 1 inch (2.5 cm) per week total rainfall plus irrigation. During flowering and pod fill, let the soil dry only slightly at the surface—pea pods will suffer if the soil swings to dry between waterings. Use mulch to steady moisture, but keep it pulled slightly back from the stems to reduce mildew risk.

How do I tell when Pisum sativum (Green Arrow peas) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when pods are full and firm, usually about 60 days from sowing, and pick frequently to keep plants producing. For snap/green peas, harvest when pods are bright green and the peas inside are about the size of a marble; if pods look dull or peas are bulging and starchy, they’ve gone past peak sweetness. Use your fingers to snap pods off the vine—tender pods should break cleanly.