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Can You Grow Bell Pepper in Washington?
US · USDA Zone 8b · zones 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b
Bell peppers grow well here with the warm season needed for full fruit development.
Plant zones
Washington last frost
Washington first frost
Days to harvest
When to plant Bell Peppers in Washington
Start indoors
Transplant
Harvest
Dates are approximate, based on Washington's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.
About Bell Pepper
Bell peppers need a long warm season and are highly productive once established in summer heat.
Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost — peppers are slow to establish. They thrive in heat and dislike cold soil. Feed with low-nitrogen fertiliser once flowering begins.
Gardening in Washington
Washington has dramatically different climates. The wet maritime west (Zone 8a-8b) is mild and productive year-round. Eastern Washington is semi-arid and colder (Zone 5-6) with hot dry summers.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Bell Pepper in Washington?
Bell peppers grow well here with the warm season needed for full fruit development.
What zone is Washington?
Washington spans USDA Zone 8b (4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).
When do you plant Bell Peppers in Washington?
Plant Bell Peppers around late January (start indoors Jan 1), harvest Apr 10 – Apr 30.