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Gourmet Orange · Bell Pepper

Zone 1b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Gourmet Orange to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsApr 6th
Last FrostJun 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 27th
Harvest BeginsOct 20th
Harvest EndsAug 1st

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 Maturity85
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 pepper seeds warm and on a consistent schedule, then transplant only once nighttime temps and soil are reliably warm to avoid stunting and blossom drop.