Days to Germination: 7-21
Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 65 to 70F
Days To Harvest: 85 days
Planting Depth: 1/8 inch
Spacing, Seed: 1 inches
Spacing, Plant: 18-24 inches
Spacing, Row: 2 to 3 feet
Light: Full Sun
SOWING: Seed directly in the garden in a sunny location 2 or 3 weeks before last frost. Sow seeds 1/8 inch deep. Space rows approximately 18-24 inches apart.
GERMINATION: 7-21 days, depending upon soil and weather conditions.
THINNING & TRANSPLANTING: When seedling are 2 inches high, thin/transplant to 18 to 24 inches apart.
HARVEST: When plants are yellow for young fruit or for fully ripe pick when bright red.
SUGGESTIONS: Needs lots of light for germination. Water regularly. Plant in well-drained soil. Cover young seedlings with night caps during cool nights. Feed lightly every 4 weeks.
