When should I plant Paprika in Zone 12b?

Start Paprika seeds indoors around Nov 6. Transplant outdoors after Jan 15. Expect first harvest around Mar 21.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12b is Jan 1. The first fall frost averages Dec 31, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Paprika in Zone 12b?

Yes. Paprika needs 75 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Paprika in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Paprika can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Sista frost: Jan 1. Första frost: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 dagar)

Zon12b

Sista frostJan 1

Första frostDec 31

Säsong364 dagar

Skörd75 dagar

SolFull Sol

When to Plant Paprika in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

Start Paprika seeds indoors around Nov 6 (8 veckor före sista frosten). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

Transplant Paprika seedlings outdoors after Jan 15. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm avstånd). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Mar 21

First harvest approximately Mar 21 (~65 dagar from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Dec 31).

Samplantering

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