Days to Germination: 10-21
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 65F to 70F
Days To Harvest: 70 to 80
Planting Depth: 1/4
Spacing, Row: 2 to 3 feet
Spacing, Plant: 24 inches
Light: Sunny Location
SOWING:Start Indoors about 8 weeks before last spring frost. Sow seed 1/4" deep in seed starting formula. Or seed can be sown directly into garden when soil is warm.
GERMINATION:
Seedlings emerge in 10-21 days, depending upon soil and weather conditions. Before transfer to garden, accustom plants to outdoor conditions by moving to a sheltered area outside for a week.
THINNING AND TRANSPLANTING:Set plants 2 apart in rows 2 to 3 feet apart in a sunny location after danger of frost and cold weather. Set root ball 1/2" below soil level.
HARVEST when fruits have reached full-size, yellow, golden orange or red. Dark red fruits are fully ripened.
SUGGESTIONS:
Keep plants moist during germination. Peppers can not tolerate frost. Feed lightly every 4 weeks..
PEPPER, HOT
Sante Fe Grande
Capsicum annuum
70 to 80 days. A yellow, hot pepper resembling a small banana pepper. This pepper grows 3-inches long and 1-½ inches wide. This skin is waxed and it grows on a 24 to 36 inch plant. Adds bright color to pickling and is great in salads, salsas , and in cooking. A prolific plant. Harvest in 70 to 80 days.