Peppers

Planting: Sow in the greenhouse 7 - 9 weeks before desired planting date. Allow plants to harden 7 days before transplanting. Plant transplants halfway between rootball and bottom leaves. This will help prevent lodging.

Planting Guidelines - Peppers

Approximate Seeds per Pound:

64,000 - 76,000

Seeding Rate per Acre by Weight:

2.2 - 2.6 oz

Seeding Rate per Acre in M (1,000):

9.1 - 12.1 M

Seeding Rate Seeds per 1,000 foot of Row:

500 - 667

Seed or Plant Spacing In Row:

18 - 24"

Seed or Plant Spacing Between Rows:

12"

Seed or Plant Spacing Depth:

.3 - .5"

Recommended Soil Temperature:

65 - 85°F

Days to Germination:

10 - 14

Management: Scout every 7 days to ensure crop development. Consult the Midwest Vegetable Production Guide or your local extension agent for identification and treatments.

Harvest: Cut or break pepper off the plant but leave at least 1” of the stem attached to the pepper.

Storage: Clean and wax peppers. Pre-cool at 45ºF. Store at 45 - 50ºF with 90 - 95% humidity; this will ensure the longest shelf life.