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.

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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. Son don: May 1. İlk don: Oct 5.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 6Oct 5

Season: May 1 – Oct 5 (157 gün)

Bölge4b

Son donMay 1

İlk donOct 5

Sezon157 gün

Hasat60 gün

GüneşTam Güneş

When to Plant Pepper, Shishito in Zone 4b

Start Seeds Indoors: Mar 6

Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors around Mar 6 (8 son dondan önce hafta). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 15

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

Harvest: Jul 19

First harvest approximately Jul 19 (~65 gün from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 5).

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