When to Plant Peppers in Zone 6
In USDA zone 6a, start seeds indoors around February 28, transplant or plant outdoors May 9 to July 23, and expect your first harvest around July 23. (6a shown here — see 6a and 6b dates separately below.)
Peppers planting calendar for USDA Zone 6a
Average last spring frost
April 25
Average first fall frost
October 10
Start seeds indoors
Feb 28
Transplant outdoors
May 9
Projected first harvest
Jul 23
Most peppers mature in about 60 to 120 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 168 frost-free days in zone 6a.
Peppers planting calendar for USDA Zone 6b
Average last spring frost
April 20
Average first fall frost
October 15
Start seeds indoors
Feb 23
Transplant outdoors
May 4
Projected first harvest
Jul 18
Most peppers mature in about 60 to 120 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 178 frost-free days in zone 6b.
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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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