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🫑 Growing Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 10b

Zone 10b has a year-round growing season. Pepper, Lunchbox Orange can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Dec 3Dec 22

Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days)

Zone10b

Last FrostJan 28

First FrostDec 22

Season Length328 days

Days to Harvest75

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 10b

Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 3

Start Pepper, Lunchbox Orange seeds indoors around Dec 3 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 8–21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Feb 11

Transplant Pepper, Lunchbox Orange seedlings outdoors after Feb 11. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65°F. Space plants at 1/sqft (12" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 17

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 10b?

Start Pepper, Lunchbox Orange 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, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 10b?

Yes. Pepper, Lunchbox Orange needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 10b has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.

What is the best month to plant Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 10b?

The best time to start Pepper, Lunchbox Orange in Zone 10b is Dec. Begin seeds indoors around Dec 3, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of Jan 28.

How long does Pepper, Lunchbox Orange take to harvest?

Pepper, Lunchbox Orange takes approximately 75 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 10b, expect your first harvest around Apr 17.

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