When to plant peppers in zone 5
In USDA zone 5, the last spring frost usually falls between Apr 10 and May 10. Start peppers indoors around Feb 12 to Mar 30. Plant them out around May 12 to Jun 5. Expect to harvest around Jul 30 to Oct 15.
Zone 5 dates for peppers
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 12 to Mar 30 |
|---|---|
| Plant outside | May 12 to Jun 5 |
| Harvest | Jul 30 to Oct 15 |
| Typical last spring frost | Apr 10 to May 10 |
| Typical first fall frost | around Oct 15 |
USDA zones measure winter cold, not frost dates, so these are typical dates for the zone. Towns in the same zone can be weeks apart.
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