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Can You Grow Chili Pepper in Arkansas?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

Chili peppers thrive here — expect a productive harvest through the warm months.

Plant zones

4a–11b

Arkansas last frost

early March

Arkansas first frost

late November

Days to harvest

65–80 days

When to plant Chili Peppers in Arkansas

Start indoors

Jan 10

Transplant

Mar 7

Harvest

May 11 – May 26

Dates are approximate, based on Arkansas's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Chili Pepper

Chili peppers are drought-tolerant once established and highly productive in warm sunny conditions.

Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Chilies love heat — the hotter the summer the hotter the pepper. Great for containers on south-facing balconies.

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Gardening in Arkansas

Arkansas has a humid subtropical climate with four distinct seasons. Long warm summers support a wide range of vegetables and fruits. The Ozarks are slightly cooler.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Chili Pepper in Arkansas?

Chili peppers thrive here — expect a productive harvest through the warm months.

What zone is Arkansas?

Arkansas spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).

When do you plant Chili Peppers in Arkansas?

Plant Chili Peppers around early March (start indoors Jan 10), harvest May 11 – May 26.