When should I plant Πιπεριά in Zone 6a?

Start Πιπεριά seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after May 12. Expect first harvest around Jul 16.

What is the last frost date for Zone 6a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 6a is Apr 28. The first fall frost averages Oct 8, giving a 163-day growing season.

Can I grow Πιπεριά in Zone 6a?

Yes. Πιπεριά needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 6a has a 163-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Πιπεριά in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Πιπεριά. Τελευταίος παγετός: Apr 28. Πρώτος παγετός: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 ημέρες)

Ζώνη6a

Τελευταίος παγετόςApr 28

Πρώτος παγετόςOct 8

Περίοδος163 ημέρες

Συγκομιδή75 ημέρες

ΉλιοςΠλήρης Ήλιος

When to Plant Πιπεριά in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Πιπεριά seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 εβδομάδες πριν τον τελευταίο παγετό). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 12

Transplant Πιπεριά seedlings outdoors after May 12. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/μ² (30cm απόσταση). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 16

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

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