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Black Pearl · Pepper

Zone 2b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Black Pearl to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 27th
Last FrostMay 15th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 10th
Harvest BeginsSep 28th
Harvest EndsAug 25th

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 Maturity80
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitBush
Support NeededCage
Planting DepthNormal
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.