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Sweet Sunrise · Pepper

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Sweet Sunrise to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 4th
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 27th
Harvest BeginsAug 15th
Harvest EndsNov 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 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: Start pepper seeds with steady warmth (70–85°F) and transplant only once soil is reliably ~60°F+ to prevent cold-stunting.