When to plant bell peppers in zone 4a
In zone 4a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 12 and the first fall frost around Sep 21. Here is when to plant bell peppers.
Start seeds indoorsMar 17
Plant in the bedMay 26
Start pickingAug 4
Your bell pepper calendar for zone 4a
- Mar 17: Start bell pepper seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- May 26: Plant bell peppers in the bed
- Aug 4: Start picking bell peppers
Peppers love heat. Wait until nights stay above 55°F before planting out.
Spacing in a raised bed: 1 plant per square foot.
These dates are estimates from the average frost dates for zone 4a. 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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