When to Plant Peppers in Zone 8
In USDA zone 8a, start seeds indoors around February 4, transplant or plant outdoors April 15 to June 29, and expect your first harvest around June 29. (8a shown here — see 8a and 8b dates separately below.)
Peppers planting calendar for USDA Zone 8a
Average last spring frost
April 1
Average first fall frost
November 10
Start seeds indoors
Feb 4
Transplant outdoors
Apr 15
Projected first harvest
Jun 29
Most peppers mature in about 60 to 120 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 223 frost-free days in zone 8a.
Peppers planting calendar for USDA Zone 8b
Average last spring frost
March 20
Average first fall frost
November 20
Start seeds indoors
Jan 23
Transplant outdoors
Apr 3
Projected first harvest
Jun 17
Most peppers mature in about 60 to 120 days depending on the variety, needing roughly 245 frost-free days in zone 8b.
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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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