When to Plant Peppers in Zone 4
In USDA zone 4a, start seeds indoors around March 20, transplant or plant outdoors May 29 to August 12, and expect your first harvest around August 12. (4a shown here — see 4a and 4b dates separately below.)
Peppers planting calendar for USDA Zone 4a
Average last spring frost
May 15
Average first fall frost
September 20
Start seeds indoors
Mar 20
Transplant outdoors
May 29
Projected first harvest
Aug 12
Most peppers mature in about 60 to 120 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 128 frost-free days in zone 4a.
Peppers planting calendar for USDA Zone 4b
Average last spring frost
May 10
Average first fall frost
September 25
Start seeds indoors
Mar 15
Transplant outdoors
May 24
Projected first harvest
Aug 7
Most peppers mature in about 60 to 120 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 138 frost-free days in zone 4b.
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Varieties to grow
25 varieties of peppers in the HomeSown library. Tap any for its full grow guide.
Common problems with peppers
What to watch for, with identification and treatment for each
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