When to Plant Cayenne Pepper in North Carolina
State
North Carolina
Cities Covered
762
USDA Zones
6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a
Plant Type
Indoor Start
📅 Planting Calendar for North Carolina
Based on Raleigh (Zone 8a). Dates may vary by city.
Note: North Carolina spans multiple zones (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a). Select your city below for more precise dates.
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Growing Cayenne Pepper in North Carolina
Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum annuum) is a popular garden vegetable in North Carolina. The state spans USDA Hardiness Zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, so planting dates can vary significantly depending on your location.
For most of North Carolina, you should start Cayenne Pepper seeds indoors around Friday, January 9, 2026, then transplant outdoors around Friday, April 3, 2026.
For the most accurate planting dates, enter your ZIP code on our homepage or select your city from the list above.