When to plant Pepper in Zone 8a
In Zone 8a, Pepper: start seeds indoors around Jan 18–Feb 1; transplant outdoors around Apr 5–Apr 12. Expect to harvest around Jun 24–Jul 1.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Start seeds indoors | Jan 18 – Feb 1 |
| Transplant outdoors | Apr 5 – Apr 12 |
| Harvest | Jun 24 – Jul 1 |
Tip: Peppers love heat and are slow to start — give them an early indoor start and warm soil at transplant.
Zone 8a averages a last spring frost around Mar 22 and a first fall frost around Nov 18. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
See the full Zone 8a calendar in the tool →