When to plant hot pepper in Alaska
Alaska spans USDA zones 2a–6a, so the right time to plant hot pepper shifts by weeks across the state. The window to transplant seedlings outdoors runs from about May 17 in Juneau city and to June 5 in Badger — below are local dates for 7 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Transplant out |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anchorage | 5a | May 16 | September 20 | May 30 – June 6 |
| Fairbanks | 2a | May 16 | September 6 | May 30 – June 6 |
| Juneau city and | 6a | May 3 | October 14 | May 17 – May 24 |
| Knik-Fairview | 5a | May 18 | September 20 | June 1 – June 8 |
| Badger | 2a | May 22 | September 2 | June 5 – June 12 |
| College | 2b | May 18 | September 6 | June 1 – June 8 |
| North Lakes | 5a | May 16 | September 23 | May 30 – June 6 |
Hot Pepper in Alaska: FAQ
When can I plant hot pepper in Alaska?
Across Alaska, the time to transplant hot pepper spans roughly May 17 in Juneau city and to June 5 in Badger, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the hot pepper planting date vary across Alaska?
Yes. Alaska publishes 7 cities with their own frost dates, so the right hot pepper planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does hot pepper take to grow in Alaska?
Hot Pepper takes about 70–100 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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