Plant Peppers in Zone 9b
Seed-starting, transplant & harvest dates for USDA Zone 9b
Start indoors
Dec 21
Transplant
Mar 1
Harvest (~80d)
May 20
In Zone 9b, the average last spring frost is around February. 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
Feb 15
First fall frost
Dec 10
Growing season
298 days
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Frequently asked questions
When should I start peppers in Zone 9b?
Start peppers seeds indoors around Dec 21 (Zone 9b).
Can I direct sow peppers in Zone 9b?
Peppers is best started indoors and transplanted in Zone 9b rather than direct sown.