Black Pearl · Hot Pepper
Planting Schedule
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| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Nov 6th |
| Last Frost | Jan 1st |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Feb 26th |
| Harvest Begins | May 12th |
| Harvest Ends | Dec 31st |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 60°F
and nights stay above 50°F
before moving outdoors.
Harden off for 10 days first.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 75 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Support Needed | Stake |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 80 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 60 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 50 |
| Harden Off (days) | 10 |
Expert Note: Transplant only when soil is reliably warm (60°F+) and then keep evenly watered to prevent cracking and blossom-end rot.