When to Plant Peppers in Alleghany County, VA
Sweet peppers are warm-season crops producing fruits in a rainbow of colors. They turn from green to red, yellow, or orange as they ripen, increasing in sweetness.
Alleghany County, Virginia is in USDA Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 27 and the first fall frost is October 18, giving you a growing season of approximately 174 days.
At an elevation of 397 feet, Alleghany County receives approximately 45.6 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 90°F, providing good warmth for Peppers during the growing season.
Alleghany County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
5.7-6.9
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Peppers Planting Timeline — Alleghany County, VA
Peppers Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | February 16 | Feb 16 – Mar 2 |
| Transplant Outdoors | May 11 | May 11 – May 25 |
| Direct Sow | May 4 | May 4 – May 25 |
| Harvest | July 13 | Jul 13 – Sep 21 |
Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | Start Indoors |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | — |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | — |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Harvest |
| September | Harvest |
| October | — |
| November | — |
| December | — |
Growing Conditions
Sun
Full Sun (6-8+ hours)
Water
Moderate — regular watering
Days to Maturity
60–90 days
Soil pH
6 – 7
USDA Zone
Zone 6b
Growing Season
174 days
Growing Tips for Alleghany County
Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost. Transplant when nighttime temperatures stay above 55F. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers which promote leaves over fruit.
Companion Planting
Good Companions
Avoid Planting Near
Level Up Your Garden
Isolate 300 ft for purity. Hot and sweet peppers can cross-pollinate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Peppers in Alleghany County, VA?
Alleghany County is in Zone 6b with an average last frost of April 27. Plan your Peppers planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Alleghany County, VA?
Alleghany County, Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b. The average last spring frost is April 27 and first fall frost is October 18.
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