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When to Plant Bell Pepper in Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska (99721)

Location

Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska

ZIP Code

99721

USDA Zone

2b

Last Frost

Thursday, May 28, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Start Seeds Indoors Thursday, April 2, 2026
Transplant Outdoors Thursday, June 11, 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 2b

Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a popular garden vegetable. In Anaktuvuk Pass, Alaska, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 2b, you should start seeds indoors around Thursday, April 2, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Thursday, May 28, 2026. Plan to transplant your Bell Pepper seedlings outdoors around Thursday, June 11, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.