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Chocolate Ghost · Hot Pepper

Zone 9a Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add Chocolate Ghost to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsJan 9th
Last FrostMar 6th
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsMay 1st
Harvest BeginsAug 19th
Harvest EndsNov 26th

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 Maturity110
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 warm and give seedlings consistent light/heat so they don’t get leggy—then transplant only when soil is truly warm (60°F+) to avoid stunting.