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When to Plant Peppers in Montgomery County, TX

Peppers

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.

Montgomery County, Texas is in USDA Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 18 and the first fall frost is December 1, giving you a growing season of approximately 286 days.

At an elevation of 180 feet, Montgomery County receives approximately 62.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly sandy loam soil. Summer highs average 96°F, so Peppers may need afternoon shade and extra watering during peak heat. Sandy soil warms quickly in spring — great for early planting — but Peppers will need more frequent watering and organic matter to retain nutrients. Ample rainfall means less supplemental watering, but ensure good drainage to prevent Peppers root diseases.

Montgomery County, TX (Zone 9a) Year-round
286 days
Last Spring Frost February 18
286 growing days
First Fall Frost December 1

Montgomery County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Sandy Loam

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

How Much Peppers to Grow

3-5 lbs
Average yield per plant
3
Plants per person
6 sq ft
Space per person

For a family of 4, plant approximately 12 peppers plants in about 24 sq ft. In Montgomery County's 286-day season, you'll have plenty of time for a full harvest. Plan your garden layout →

Peppers Planting Timeline — Montgomery County, TX

Peppers Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors January 7 Jan 7 – Jan 21
Transplant Outdoors February 25 Feb 25 – Mar 11
Direct Sow February 18 Feb 18 – Mar 11
Harvest April 29 Apr 29 – Jul 8

Plant 1" deep · 15" apart · Rows 24" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January Start Indoors
February Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
March Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
April Harvest
May Harvest
June Harvest
July Harvest
August
September
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 6–7 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 9a

📆 Growing Season

286 days in Montgomery County

Growing Tips for Montgomery 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

  • Fennel
  • Kohlrabi

Check more plant combinations with our Companion Planting Checker →

🌾 Save Your Own Peppers Seeds
Life Cycle Annual
Pollination Self-Pollinating
How to Collect Remove seeds from fully ripe (red/orange) fruit.
Storage Store airtight; viable 4 years at 35°F, under 50% humidity.

Isolate 300 ft for purity. Hot and sweet peppers can cross-pollinate.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Peppers in Montgomery County, TX?

Montgomery County is in Zone 9a with an average last frost of February 18. Plan your Peppers planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Montgomery County, TX?

Montgomery County, Texas is in USDA Hardiness Zone 9a. The average last spring frost is February 18 and first fall frost is December 1.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Montgomery County, TX. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: June 2026.

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