When should I plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 3a?

Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors around Mar 27. Transplant outdoors after Jun 5. Expect first harvest around Aug 9.

What is the last frost date for Zone 3a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 3a is May 22. The first fall frost averages Sep 12, giving a 113-day growing season.

Can I grow Pepper, Shishito in Zone 3a?

Yes. Pepper, Shishito needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 3a has a 113-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Pepper, Shishito in Zone 3a

Zone 3a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Pepper, Shishito early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Zadnji mraz: May 22. Prvi mraz: Sep 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 27Sep 12

Season: May 22 – Sep 12 (113 dana)

Zona3a

Zadnji mrazMay 22

Prvi mrazSep 12

Sezona113 dana

Berba60 dana

SuncePuno Sunce

When to Plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 3a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 27

Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors around Mar 27 (8 tjedana prije zadnjeg mraza). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 5

Transplant Pepper, Shishito seedlings outdoors after Jun 5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm razmak). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 9

First harvest approximately Aug 9 (~65 dana from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Sep 12).

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