Progress No. 9

Family: Fabaceae Legume

Planting Schedule

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Sweet, bright peas come into focus with a crisp snap and a clean, garden-fresh sweetness at shelling time—Progress No.

9 is prized for its dependable, even pods and satisfying bite. The kernels hold their shape beautifully, offering tender texture that shines in hearty, comforting preparations where true pea flavor matters most. Grow this cool-season favorite for a reliable harvest window and a pantry-ready supply of plump, flavorful shells.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 60 DaysHabit: Upright

Botanical illustration of Progress No. 9

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Progress No. 9 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)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	30
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Progress No. 9 is a shelling pea built for the moment you bite: the kernels stay structured, so they don’t go chalky or collapse in heat. It’s at its best when treated briefly—butter, salt, and a hit of acid make the sweetness read loud and clean.

Best Uses

quick-sauté with butter and a splash of pasta water
shell-and-simmer in soup for spoonable, intact kernels
toss into warm grain salads where they keep their shape
fold into risotto or chowder near the end to avoid mush

Flavor Profile

sweet, bright pea flavor crisp snap with tender, juicy kernels clean, lightly starchy finish

Kitchen Pairings

unsalted butter lemon zest parmesan ham or prosciutto shallot black pepper

Frequently Asked Questions

What pests or diseases commonly affect Pisum sativum (garden peas) and how can I manage them?

Watch for pea aphids and downy mildew. Control aphids by blasting plants with a firm stream of water, then releasing ladybugs or using insecticidal soap if needed; for downy mildew, remove badly infected leaves and avoid overhead watering to keep foliage dry. Keep plants spaced for airflow and don’t plant peas in the same spot year after year to reduce recurring disease pressure.

How often should I water Pisum sativum during its main growing phase?

During flowering and pod fill (roughly after plants establish and into the last third before harvest), keep soil consistently evenly moist, about 1 inch of water per week total (more if days are hot and windy). Water at the base early in the day, and don’t let the soil swing from very dry to soaked—pea plants can abort flowers and small pods when moisture is inconsistent.

How do I know when Pisum sativum is ready to harvest?

Harvest when pods are fully filled but still tender, usually about 60 days from sowing depending on conditions. Pick peas every 1–2 days during peak harvest; if pods look flat or peas are bulging late, they’re past prime sweetness and can turn starchy. For the best flavor, shell and eat the peas the same day they’re picked.