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When to Plant Bell Pepper in Alexandria Bay, New York (13607)

Location

Alexandria Bay, New York

ZIP Code

13607

USDA Zone

5a

Last Frost

Sunday, May 10, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Start Seeds Indoors Sunday, March 15, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Sunday, May 24, 2026

Pro Tip: Start Bell Pepper seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date for best results.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Capsicum annuum
Days to Maturity 70 days
Mature Height 18-24"
Spread 18"
Type Bush
Fruit Size Medium (4-6 oz)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Regular (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

18" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 8-14 days

🤝 Good Companions

TomatoBasilCarrotOnionParsley

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

FennelKohlrabiBrassicas

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Growing Bell Pepper in Zone 5a

Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Alexandria Bay, New York, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5a, you should start seeds indoors around Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, May 10, 2026. Plan to transplant your Bell Pepper seedlings outdoors around Sunday, May 24, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.