When should I plant Chili in Zone 7b?

Start Chili seeds indoors around Feb 13. Transplant outdoors after Apr 24. Expect first harvest around Jun 28.

What is the last frost date for Zone 7b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 7b is Apr 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 7, giving a 211-day growing season.

Can I grow Chili in Zone 7b?

Yes. Chili needs 85 days to harvest. Zone 7b has a 211-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌶️ Growing Chili in Zone 7b

Zone 7b has mild winters and a long growing season -- good conditions for Chili. Viimeinen halla: Apr 10. Ensimmäinen halla: Nov 7.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 13Nov 7

Season: Apr 10 – Nov 7 (211 päivää)

Vyöhyke7b

Viimeinen hallaApr 10

Ensimmäinen hallaNov 7

Kausi211 päivää

Sato85 päivää

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When to Plant Chili in Zone 7b

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 13

Start Chili seeds indoors around Feb 13 (8 viikkoa ennen viimeistä hallaa). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 24

Transplant Chili seedlings outdoors after Apr 24. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm välein). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 28

First harvest approximately Jun 28 (~65 päivää from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 7).

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