When should I plant Korean Long Green Pepper in Zone 6a?

Start Korean Long Green Pepper seeds indoors around Mar 3. Transplant outdoors after Apr 28. Expect first harvest around Jun 12.

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 Korean Long Green Pepper in Zone 6a?

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

Growing Korean Long Green Pepper in Zone 6a

Zone 6a has mild winters and a long growing season — good conditions for Korean Long Green Pepper. Last frost: Apr 28. First frost: Oct 8.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 3Oct 8

Season: Apr 28 – Oct 8 (163 days)

Zone6a

Last FrostApr 28

First FrostOct 8

Season Length163 days

Days to Harvest75

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing2/sqft (6-8" apart)

When to Plant Korean Long Green Pepper in Zone 6a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 3

Start Korean Long Green Pepper seeds indoors around Mar 3 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 8–21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Apr 28

Transplant Korean Long Green Pepper seedlings outdoors after Apr 28. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65°F. Space plants at 2/sqft (6-8" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jun 12

First harvest approximately Jun 12 (~45 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).

Companion Planting

✅ Basil ✅ Carrot ✅ Onion ✅ Perilla Leaf

❌ Fennel

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