Canario

Pepper

85d to harvest

Sweetly aromatic and sun-bright, Canario Manzano Pepper ripens to a warm, golden-canary glow with a crisp, gently thick wall that feels satisfyingly substantial. Its flavor is pleasantly mild with a clean, peppery lift—ideal for showcasing whole or sliced in vibrant displays, and equally at home when roasted for deeper sweetness or folded into sauces for a glossy, colorful finish. Grow Canario for a steady harvest rhythm and a garden-to-plate presence that turns every picking into a golden moment.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Apr 6th
Last Frost	May 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 20th
Harvest Begins	Oct 13th
Harvest Ends	Aug 29th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	85
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Bush
Support Needed	Stake
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	80
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common pest or disease for Capsicum pubescens (Canario) and how do I manage it?

A frequent issue is pepper fruit borer/fruitworm (often seen as holes in developing fruit and frass). Remove and destroy infested fruit early, then apply a targeted BT (Bacillus thuringiensis) spray when larvae are first suspected. Keep foliage dry by watering at the soil line and spacing plants for airflow, which also helps reduce gray mold and other moisture-driven problems.

How can I tell when Capsicum pubescens (Canario) is ready to harvest at ~85 days?

Harvest when pods have fully developed their final size and color and the skin looks firm and glossy rather than thin or matte. For the best eating texture, pick pods when they are easily snapped off and have no lingering green patches—delayed picking can make the pods tougher.