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🫑 Growing Pepper, Purple Beauty in Zone 10b
Zone 10b has a year-round growing season. Pepper, Purple Beauty can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Last frost: Jan 28. First frost: Dec 22.
Planting Calendar
Season: Jan 28 – Dec 22 (328 days)
When to Plant Pepper, Purple Beauty in Zone 10b
Start Seeds Indoors: Dec 3
Start Pepper, Purple Beauty 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, Purple Beauty 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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When should I plant Pepper, Purple Beauty in Zone 10b?
Start Pepper, Purple Beauty 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, Purple Beauty in Zone 10b?
Yes. Pepper, Purple Beauty needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 10b has a 328-day growing season, which is sufficient.
What is the best month to plant Pepper, Purple Beauty in Zone 10b?
The best time to start Pepper, Purple Beauty 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, Purple Beauty take to harvest?
Pepper, Purple Beauty takes approximately 75 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 10b, expect your first harvest around Apr 17.
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