When should I plant Ớt cay in Zone 12a?

Start Ớt cay seeds indoors around 6 Th11. Transplant outdoors after 15 Th1. Expect first harvest around 21 Th3.

What is the last frost date for Zone 12a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 12a is 1 Th1. The first fall frost averages 31 Th12, giving a 364-day growing season.

Can I grow Ớt cay in Zone 12a?

Yes. Ớt cay needs 85 days to harvest. Zone 12a has a 364-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌶️ Growing Ớt cay in Zone 12a

Zone 12a has a year-round growing season. Ớt cay can be planted almost any time with proper planning. Sương giá cuối: 1 Th1. Sương giá đầu: 31 Th12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

6 Th1131 Th12

Season: 1 Th1 – 31 Th12 (364 ngày)

Vùng12a

Sương giá cuối1 Th1

Sương giá đầu31 Th12

Mùa vụ364 ngày

Thu hoạch85 ngày

Ánh sángNắng hoàn toàn

When to Plant Ớt cay in Zone 12a

Start Seeds Indoors: 6 Th11

Start Ớt cay seeds indoors around 6 Th11 (8 tuần trước sương giá cuối). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 15 Th1

Transplant Ớt cay seedlings outdoors after 15 Th1. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm khoảng cách). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: 21 Th3

First harvest approximately 21 Th3 (~65 ngày from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (31 Th12).

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