When should I plant Ớt cay in Zone 2a?

Start Ớt cay seeds indoors around 20 Th3. Transplant outdoors after 29 Th5. Expect first harvest around 2 Th8.

What is the last frost date for Zone 2a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 2a is 15 Th5. The first fall frost averages 15 Th9, giving a 123-day growing season.

Can I grow Ớt cay in Zone 2a?

Yes. Ớt cay needs 85 days to harvest. Zone 2a has a 123-day growing season, which is sufficient.

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🌶️ Growing Ớt cay in Zone 2a

Zone 2a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Ớt cay early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Sương giá cuối: 15 Th5. Sương giá đầu: 15 Th9.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

20 Th315 Th9

Season: 15 Th5 – 15 Th9 (123 ngày)

Vùng2a

Sương giá cuối15 Th5

Sương giá đầu15 Th9

Mùa vụ123 ngày

Thu hoạch85 ngày

Ánh sángNắng hoàn toàn

When to Plant Ớt cay in Zone 2a

Start Seeds Indoors: 20 Th3

Start Ớt cay seeds indoors around 20 Th3 (8 tuần trước sương giá cuối). Optimal germination temperature: 85F. Germinates in 8-21 days.

Transplant Outdoors: 29 Th5

Transplant Ớt cay seedlings outdoors after 29 Th5. Wait until soil temperature reaches 65F. Space plants at 1/m² (30cm khoảng cách). Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: 2 Th8

First harvest approximately 2 Th8 (~65 ngày from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (15 Th9).

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