When should I plant Pepper, Purple Beauty in Zone 1a?

Start Pepper, Purple Beauty seeds indoors around Mar 30. Transplant outdoors after Jun 8. Expect first harvest around Aug 12.

What is the last frost date for Zone 1a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 1a is May 25. The first fall frost averages Aug 28, giving a 95-day growing season.

Can I grow Pepper, Purple Beauty in Zone 1a?

Yes. Pepper, Purple Beauty needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 1a has a 95-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Pepper, Purple Beauty in Zone 1a

Zone 1a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Pepper, Purple Beauty early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 25. First frost: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 30Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 days)

Zone1a

Last FrostMay 25

First FrostAug 28

Season Length95 days

Days to Harvest75

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

When to Plant Pepper, Purple Beauty in Zone 1a

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 30

Start Pepper, Purple Beauty seeds indoors around Mar 30 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 8–21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jun 8

Transplant Pepper, Purple Beauty seedlings outdoors after Jun 8. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65°F. Space plants at 1/sqft (12" apart). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Aug 12

First harvest approximately Aug 12 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

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