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California Wonder · Pepper

Zone 5a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add California Wonder to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 13th
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 3rd
Harvest BeginsSep 16th
Harvest EndsSep 30th

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 HabitUpright
Support NeededStake
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 nighttime temps stay near 50°F+ to prevent cold-stall; keep plants evenly watered for thick walls.