Zone 9a Planting Schedule
Action Plan: August in Zone 9a
Expert Note
In August, keep soil evenly moist and mulch to reduce heat stress. Watch for spider mites and aphids on peppers; use a strong water spray and remove heavily infested leaves. Harvest frequently to prevent fruit drop and reduce pest pressure.
The Harvest
Harvest hot peppers like Tabasco, Trinidad Moruga Scorpion, and Bhut Jolokia types often, especially when color is fully developed. For storage, let Candy Roaster and Howden cure in a warm, dry spot after picking.
Planting Schedule
Add crops from the list below to build your planting schedule.| Crop | Indoor Start | Transplant / Sow | Harvest Window | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cynara scolymus 'Italian' | Nov 28th | Mar 6th | Aug 3rd – Nov 26th | |
| German Extra Hardy | Direct Sow | Nov 28th | Jul 26th – Nov 26th | |
| Artichoke | Dec 12th | Feb 20th | Jul 20th – Nov 26th | |
| Giant Red Celery | Dec 12th | Apr 17th | Jul 16th – Nov 26th | |
| Green Sleeves | Dec 12th | Apr 17th | Jul 16th – Nov 26th | |
| Gros Vert de Laon | Dec 12th | Feb 27th | May 28th – Nov 26th | |
| Kojak | Dec 12th | Feb 20th | Jun 20th – Nov 26th | |
| Verina | Dec 12th | Jan 23rd | May 3rd – Nov 26th | |
| African Sunset | Dec 26th | Mar 6th | Jun 4th – Nov 26th | |
| Alabaster | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | Jun 27th – Nov 26th | |
| Albin | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | Jun 27th – Nov 26th | |
| Amsterdam | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | May 23rd – Nov 26th | |
| Amsterdam Cutting | Dec 26th | Mar 6th | May 15th – Nov 26th | |
| Amsterdam Seasoning | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | May 8th – Nov 26th | |
| Apollo | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | Jun 27th – Nov 26th | |
| Artichaut de Nice | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | Jun 27th – Nov 26th | |
| Artichoke de Marseille | Dec 26th | Apr 17th | Jul 16th – Nov 26th | |
| Atlas Angel | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | May 8th – Nov 26th | |
| Baby Artichoke | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | May 23rd – Nov 26th | |
| Balder | Dec 26th | Mar 6th | Jun 19th – Nov 26th | |
| Bandit | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | Jun 27th – Nov 26th | |
| Beijing White | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | May 18th – Nov 26th | |
| Bing Select | Dec 26th | Feb 20th | May 1st – Nov 26th | |
| Blue Solaise | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | Jun 17th – Nov 26th | |
| Bordeaux | Dec 26th | Mar 6th | May 20th – Nov 26th | |
| Bullseye Salmon | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | May 8th – Nov 26th | |
| Cabernet | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | Jun 17th – Nov 26th | |
| Carmen F1 | Dec 26th | Feb 27th | Jun 12th – Nov 26th | |
| Cascade Blue | Dec 26th | Mar 6th | May 15th – Nov 26th | |
| Catanese | Dec 26th | May 1st | Aug 29th – Nov 26th |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the frost dates for Zone Zone 9a?
In Zone Zone 9a, the average last spring frost is Mar 6th and the average first fall frost is Nov 26th.
When is the best time to start seeds indoors in Zone Zone 9a?
The best time to start most seeds indoors is 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost date of Mar 6th.
How long is the growing season in Zone Zone 9a?
Zone Zone 9a has a growing season of approximately 265 days.