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When to Plant Bell Pepper in Hollywood, Florida (33021)

Location

Hollywood, Florida

ZIP Code

33021

USDA Zone

11a

Last Frost

Friday, January 1, 2027

📅 Planting Calendar

Start Seeds Indoors Friday, November 6, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Friday, January 15, 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

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

FennelKohlrabiBrassicas

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Growing Bell Pepper in Zone 11a

Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Hollywood, Florida, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 11a, you should start seeds indoors around Friday, November 6, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Friday, January 1, 2027. Plan to transplant your Bell Pepper seedlings outdoors around Friday, January 15, 2027, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.