When should I plant Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 12a?

Start Pepper, Lunchbox Orange seeds indoors around Nov 6. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 21.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 12a?

Yes. Pepper, Lunchbox Orange needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Pepper, Lunchbox Orange can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Darrera gelada: Jan 1. Primera gelada: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 dies)

Zona12a

Darrera geladaJan 1

Primera geladaDec 31

Temporada364 dies

Collita75 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

Start Pepper, Lunchbox Orange seeds indoors around Nov 6 (8 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Pepper, Lunchbox Orange seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 21

First harvest approximately Mar 21 (~65 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

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