When to plant peppers in Texas

Planting dates

Peppers need warm weather. Texas A&M says to plant only after all danger of cold weather has passed. For a fall crop, count back 12 to 16 weeks from the first expected frost, then compare that range with the regional table.

Your region

The Texas A&M fall guide lists a different average transplant date for each gardening region. Check the guide’s map before choosing a date. The table does not provide a county forecast or a final date for every pepper variety.

How to plant

Texas A&M recommends healthy 4-to-6-inch pepper plants. Set them in holes 3 to 4 inches deep, about 1½ feet apart, with rows at least 3 feet apart. Keep the roots at the same depth as their original soil ball.

Check the fall crop

Write down the expected first frost, the regional table date and the variety. If the dates leave less than the source’s 12-to-16-week planning range, use your county Extension office before committing bed space to a fall crop.

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