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Joe's Long Cayenne · Pepper

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

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MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 9th
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 29th
Harvest BeginsSep 12th
Harvest EndsOct 5th

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 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: Start seeds early and transplant only when soil is consistently warm (60°F+) to prevent cold-stunting; harvest long green-to-red fruits for best drying or flakes.