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Marconi Red · Pepper

Zone 8b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Marconi Red to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 26th
Last FrostMar 23rd
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 18th
Harvest BeginsAug 16th
Harvest EndsNov 12th

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 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: For the sweetest, best-shaped Marconi Red peppers, transplant only when soil is reliably warm (about 60°F+) and keep plants evenly moist after flowering.