When should I plant Πιπεριά in Zone 3b?

Start Πιπεριά seeds indoors around Mar 20. Transplant outdoors after May 29. Expect first harvest around Aug 2.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3b is May 15. The first fall frost averages Sep 22, giving a 130-day growing season.

Can I grow Πιπεριά in Zone 3b?

Yes. Πιπεριά needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 3b has a 130-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Πιπεριά in Zone 3b

Zone 3b has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Πιπεριά early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Τελευταίος παγετός: May 15. Πρώτος παγετός: Sep 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 20Sep 22

Season: May 15 – Sep 22 (130 ημέρες)

Ζώνη3b

Τελευταίος παγετόςMay 15

Πρώτος παγετόςSep 22

Περίοδος130 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή75 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Πιπεριά in Zone 3b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 20

Start Πιπεριά seeds indoors around Mar 20 (8 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 29

Transplant Πιπεριά seedlings outdoors after May 29. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 2

First harvest approximately Aug 2 (~65 ημέρες from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 22).

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