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Pepper
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Fact sheet

Days to germination7–10 days

“pepper emergence at 7 to 10 days” — How Long Do Peppers Take to Grow? Real Timeline

Days to maturity70–85 days

“Most sweet and hot peppers need about 70 to 85 days after transplanting” — How Long Do Peppers Take to Grow? Real Timeline

Germination temperature65–67.5 °F

“germination air temperature of 70 to 75°F” — How Long Do Peppers Take to Grow? Real Timeline and 1 more

Lightfull sun

“Whether sweet or hot, peppers are a flavorful and versatile crop that thrives in full sun and warm weather.” — Pepper Growing Guide for Container Gardening | EarthBox

Watersteady water supply

“irregular watering can lead to blossom end rot” — Pepper Growing Guide for Container Gardening | EarthBox

Ready whengreen for a crisp, slightly bitter taste or fully ripened for a sweeter, more complex flavor

“Peppers can be harvested at different stages depending on flavor preference” — Pepper Growing Guide for Container Gardening | EarthBox

Edible partspeppers

“peppers” — Pepper Identification Chart – Know Your Peppers

Pestsaphids, flea beetles

“Watch for aphids and flea beetles, which can damage foliage and stunt growth.” — Pepper Growing Guide for Container Gardening | EarthBox

Diseasesmosaic virus, blossom end rot, sun scald

“Peppers are susceptible to mosaic virus, blossom end rot, and sun scald.” — Pepper Growing Guide for Container Gardening | EarthBox

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