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When to Plant Red Ember in Zone 5a

Family: Solanaceae Hot Pepper

Planting Schedule

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Botanical illustration of Red Ember

Crop Dates : 5a

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~75 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 20th
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsJul 3rd
Harvest BeginsSep 16th
Harvest EndsSep 30th