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SproutSmart Intelligent Garden Sowing

Islander · Pepper

Zone 5a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Islander to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 13th
Last FrostMay 8th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJul 3rd
Harvest BeginsSep 21st
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 Maturity80
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: Transplant only once soil is consistently warm (60–70°F) and nights stay above ~50°F to prevent cold-stress and stalled growth.