When to Plant Bell Pepper in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina (29926)

Location

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

ZIP Code

29926

USDA Zone

Last Frost

Wednesday, February 10, 2027

📅 Planting Calendar

Start Seeds Indoors Wednesday, December 16, 2026

Transplant Outdoors Wednesday, February 24, 2027

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 9b

Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9b, you should start seeds indoors around Wednesday, December 16, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, February 10, 2027. Plan to transplant your Bell Pepper seedlings outdoors around Wednesday, February 24, 2027, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.