Welcome. I’m a bit north of you and just came in from putting out tomato and a few pepper transplants I started from seeds. It’s kinda too late to start yours from seeds so get some transplants this year and save seeds for next year. Now is the time to start getting things in the ground. I’ll try to FR-mail you a Zone 8/8b growing guide since it’s really too long for a thread. Check your local agriculture extension office website or stop by their office and they’ll give you lots of free info.
You’ve already planted outdoors? That’s pushing it. I’m waiting until the end of the month.