Plant Peppers in Zone 10a
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 10a
Start indoors
Dec 6
Transplant
Feb 14
Harvest (~80d)
May 5
In Zone 10a, the average last spring frost is around January. Peppers is a tender crop, so give it a head start indoors about 8 weeks before that, then move it out after frost danger passes.
Last spring frost
Jan 31
First fall frost
Dec 20
Growing season
323 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start peppers in Zone 10a?
Start peppers seeds indoors around Dec 6 (Zone 10a).
Can I direct sow peppers in Zone 10a?
Peppers is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 10a rather than direct sown.