When to plant bell peppers in zone 5a
In zone 5a, the last spring frost usually comes around May 4 and the first fall frost around Oct 3. Here is when to plant bell peppers.
Start seeds indoorsMar 9
Plant in the bedMay 18
Start pickingJul 27
Your bell pepper calendar for zone 5a
- Mar 9: Start bell pepper seeds indoors (or buy plants later)
- May 18: Plant bell peppers in the bed
- Jul 27: 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 5a. 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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