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Wenk's Yellow Hots · Pepper

Zone 8a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Wenk's Yellow Hots to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsFeb 11th
Last FrostApr 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 20th
Harvest BeginsAug 3rd
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 Maturity75
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: Start peppers early indoors but keep them warm, then transplant only once soil is reliably 60°F+ to avoid cold-stunting.