When should I plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 12b?

Start Pepper, Shishito 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 Pepper, Shishito in Zone 12b?

Yes. Pepper, Shishito needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 12b has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🫑 Growing Pepper, Shishito in Zone 12b

Zone 12b has a year-round growing season. Pepper, Shishito can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Baridi ya mwisho: Jan 1. Baridi ya kwanza: Dec 31.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Nov 6Dec 31

Season: Jan 1 – Dec 31 (364 siku)

Eneo12b

Baridi ya mwishoJan 1

Baridi ya kwanzaDec 31

Msimu364 siku

Mavuno60 siku

JuaJua Kamili

When to Plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 12b

Start Seeds Indoors: Nov 6

Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors around Nov 6 (8 wiki kabla ya baridi barafu ya mwisho). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: Jan 15

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

Harvest: Mar 21

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

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