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Purple Marconi · Pepper

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Planting Schedule

Add Purple Marconi to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 27th
Last FrostJun 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsAug 10th
Harvest BeginsOct 24th
Harvest EndsJul 15th

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.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity75
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededStake
Planting DepthNormal
Germination Temp (°F)80
Min Soil Temp (°F)60
Min Night Temp (°F)50
Harden Off (days)10
Expert Note: Start peppers warm (around 80°F), keep soil consistently moist but not soggy, and transplant only once nights are reliably above 50°F and soil is 60°F+.