When should I plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 10b?

Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors around Dec 3. Transplant outdoors after Feb 11. Expect first harvest around Apr 17.

What is the last frost date for Zone 10b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 10b is Jan 28. The first fall frost averages Dec 22, giving a 328-day growing season.

Can I grow Pepper, Shishito in Zone 10b?

Yes. Pepper, Shishito needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 10b has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Pepper, Shishito in Zone 10b

Zone 10b has a year-round growing season. Pepper, Shishito can be planted almost any time with proper planning. כפור אחרון: Jan 28. כפור ראשון: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 3Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 ימים)

אזור10b

כפור אחרוןJan 28

כפור ראשוןDec 22

עונה328 ימים

קטיף60 ימים

שמששמש מלאה

When to Plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 10b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 3

Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors around Dec 3 (8 שבועות לפני הכפור האחרון). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Pepper, Shishito seedlings outdoors after Feb 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/מ² (30cm מרווח). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 17

First harvest approximately Apr 17 (~65 ימים from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 22).

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