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🌶️ Growing Hot Pepper in Zone 13b

Zone 13b has a year-round growing season. Hot Pepper can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 1. First frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 days)

Zone13b

Last FrostJan 1

First FrostDec 31

Season Length364 days

Days to Harvest85

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Hot Pepper in Zone 13b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

Start Hot Pepper seeds indoors around Nov 6 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 8–21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Hot Pepper seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65°F. Space plants at 1/sqft (12" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 21

First harvest approximately Mar 21 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Companion Planting

✅ Tomatoes✅ Basil✅ Carrots✅ Onions

❌ Fennel❌ Beans

Hot Pepper in Other Zones

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Hot Pepper in Zone 13b?

Start Hot Pepper seeds indoors around Nov 6. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 21.

What is the last frost date for Zone 13b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 13b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Hot Pepper in Zone 13b?

Yes. Hot Pepper needs 85 days to harvest. Zone 13b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Hot Pepper in Zone 13b?

The best time to start Hot Pepper in Zone 13b is Nov. Begin seeds indoors around Nov 6, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 1.

What companion plants grow well with Hot Pepper?

Good companion plants for Hot Pepper include Tomatoes, Basil, Carrots, Onions. Avoid planting Hot Pepper near Fennel, Beans.

How long does Hot Pepper take to harvest?

Hot Pepper takes approximately 85 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 13b, expect your first harvest around Mar 21.

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