🫑 Bell pepper
Capsicum annuum
Peppers require patience: sown in warmth in February-March and planted out in mid-May, they only fruit from August. In cooler climates pick early varieties and the warmest spot in the garden.
The calendar at a glance
| J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sow indoors | ||||||||||||
| Planting | ||||||||||||
| Harvest |
When to sow bell peppers?
Sow bell peppers indoors, in warmth, in February and March.
When to plant bell peppers?
Plant bell peppers in May.
When to harvest bell peppers?
Harvest bell peppers from August to October.
The tips that matter
- Sow early (February) in real warmth, 22-25 °C: pepper germination and growth are slow.
- Let fruits ripen to red (or yellow) on the plant — they get sweeter and richer in vitamins.
- Stake heavily loaded plants: pepper branches snap easily under the weight of fruit.
Your garden tells you what to do
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