Fish

Pepper

75d to harvest

A glossy, lantern-bright pepper with a smooth, thick-walled feel and a lively, gently piquant flavor that blooms from the first bite. “Fish” develops into a specialty standout—deeply colored at maturity and wonderfully crisp in texture—ideal for showcasing in bold, flavorful preparations and for turning garden-fresh harvest into vibrant, sauce-ready color. Grow it for its distinctive presence in the bed and its dependable, full-season performance to maturity in about 75 days.

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Mar 20th
Last Frost	May 8th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jul 3rd
Harvest Begins	Sep 16th
Harvest Ends	Sep 30th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	75
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

Recommended Companions

Dwarf Greek Basil Basil

Taishan Yellow Marigold

Early White Grano Onion

Red Burgermaster Onion

Marseillais Basil

African Marigold Marigold

Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I water Capsicum annuum during the main growing phase?

During fruiting (roughly weeks 6–end, leading up to the ~75-day maturity), water deeply enough to moisten the root zone, then wait until the top 1–2 inches of soil feel dry before watering again. Aim for consistent moisture—water about 1–2 times per week depending on heat and container vs. ground—but avoid soggy soil, which promotes root issues in Solanaceae peppers. Mulch around the base to reduce moisture swings that can cause leaf drop and poor fruit set.

How do I know when my fish pepper is ready to harvest?

Harvest fish pepper at full size when the fruit is glossy and fully colored according to your variety’s target color; for most peppers, color change plus firmness is the cue. You can also harvest earlier for green peppers, but at ~75 days from transplant or near maturity you should expect the strongest flavor and best size. Use scissors or pruners to cut the fruit, leaving the stem attached to avoid tearing the plant.