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Rocoto Yellow · Hot Pepper

Zone 5b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Rocoto Yellow to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMar 16th
Last FrostMay 4th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 29th
Harvest BeginsSep 27th
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 Maturity90
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: For rocoto (Capsicum pubescens), use warm nights and consider a brief row cover after transplanting to prevent slow early growth in cool weather.