Keystone Resistant Giant Sweet Bell Pepper, Organic

Instructions - Sow seeds 8-10 weeks before planting out after the last frost. Maintain soil temperature at least 75-85 degrees F for good germination. Peppers won’t germinate in cold potting soil–heat makes a big difference in seeds germinating in 5 days, or seeds taking up to 20 days! (Since germination can be slower if seeds don’t have enough heat, make sure to sow extra seeds in case germination is low.) Don’t overwater seeds or they may rot. Don’t rush the season: a good rule of thumb is to transfer peppers to the garden after the dogwood blossoms have fallen, or when the average soil temperature is 65 degrees F or above (usually a month after the last frost).

• Plant seeds 1/4" deep in well-drained soil in shallow flats. 
  
• Transplant to 3" pots as soon as several leaves have developed. 
• Water with warm water 
• Harden plants with plentiful light and set them outside on warm days for a few hours 
• Space plants 18-24" apart in rows or blocks. 
• Maintain high levels of phosphorus for sustained yields.
• Days to maturity are days after transplanting 

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