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When to Plant Red Rocoto in Zone 9a

Family: Solanaceae Hot Pepper
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Planting Schedule

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Maximize your Red Rocoto yield in Zone 9a. Follow this localized planting schedule and companion guide for a healthier, heavier harvest.

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Botanical illustration of Red Rocoto

Crop Dates : 9a

Growing note: This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~90 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 9th
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsMay 1st
Harvest BeginsJul 30th
Harvest EndsNov 26th

Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~90 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.

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Garden Alerts

This crop establishes over multiple seasons (~90 days / ~1 year to first harvest). Plant on the frost schedule; first harvest follows establishment, not a single frost-free season.