When should I plant Pepper, Thai Dragon in Zone 5a?

Start Pepper, Thai Dragon seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 16.

What is the last frost date for Zone 5a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 5a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Pepper, Thai Dragon in Zone 5a?

Yes. Pepper, Thai Dragon needs 85 days to harvest. Zone 5a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Pepper, Thai Dragon in Zone 5a

Zone 5a has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Pepper, Thai Dragon in this zone. Darrera gelada: Apr 28. Primera gelada: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 dies)

Zona5a

Darrera geladaApr 28

Primera geladaOct 8

Temporada163 dies

Collita85 dies

SolSol Ple

When to Plant Pepper, Thai Dragon in Zone 5a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Pepper, Thai Dragon seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 setmanes abans de l’última gelada). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Pepper, Thai Dragon seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm espaiat). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 16

First harvest approximately Jul 16 (~65 dies from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

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