When to plant Pepper in Zone 6b
In Zone 6b, Pepper: start seeds indoors around Feb 11–Feb 25; transplant outdoors around Apr 29–May 6. Expect to harvest around Jul 18–Jul 25.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Feb 11 – Feb 25 |
| Transplant outdoors | Apr 29 – May 6 |
| Harvest | Jul 18 – Jul 25 |
Tip: Peppers love heat and are slow to start — give them an early indoor start and warm soil at transplant.
Zone 6b averages a last spring frost around Apr 15 and a first fall frost around Oct 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 6b calendar in the tool →