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🫑 Growing Pepper, Shishito in Zone 4b
Zone 4b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Pepper, Shishito in this zone. Last frost: May 1. First frost: Oct 5.
Planting Calendar
Season: May 1 – Oct 5 (157 days)
When to Plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 4b
Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 6
Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors around Mar 6 (8 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 85°F. Germinates in 8–21 days.
Transplant Outdoors: May 15
Transplant Pepper, Shishito seedlings outdoors after May 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: Jul 19
First harvest approximately Jul 19 (~65 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 5).
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When should I plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 4b?
Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors around Mar 6. Transplant outdoors after May 15. Expect first harvest around Jul 19.
What is the last frost date for Zone 4b?
The average last spring frost date for Zone 4b is May 1. The first fall frost averages Oct 5, giving a 157-day growing season.
Can I grow Pepper, Shishito in Zone 4b?
Yes. Pepper, Shishito needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 4b has a 157-day growing season, which is sufficient.
What is the best month to plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 4b?
The best time to start Pepper, Shishito in Zone 4b is Mar. Begin seeds indoors around Mar 6, then transplant outdoors after the last frost date of May 1.
How long does Pepper, Shishito take to harvest?
Pepper, Shishito takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest. In Zone 4b, expect your first harvest around Jul 19.
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