When to plant hot peppers in zone 6a
In zone 6a, the last spring frost usually comes around Apr 22 and the first fall frost around Oct 15. Here is when to plant hot peppers.
Start seeds indoorsFeb 25
Plant in the bedMay 6
Start pickingJul 20
Your hot pepper calendar for zone 6a
- Feb 25: Start hot pepper seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- May 6: Plant hot peppers in the bed
- Jul 20: Start picking hot peppers
Jalapeños are the most forgiving. Wear gloves when picking the hottest kinds.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 6a. Your local frost dates may be a week or two different. If a late cold snap is forecast, wait a few days.
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