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Big Bertha Sweet Pepper Plant

8.95
  • - Spacing: 16 inches
  • - Days to Harvest: 65
  • - Undisputed queen of peppers, renowned for her impressive size and delectable sweetness
  • - Each 3-Inch Pot contains 1 Big Bertha Sweet Pepper Plant
Plant Features

Picture this: four-lobed fruits stretching up to a remarkable 7 inches in length and 4 inches in width, each a testament to the plant's vigor and adaptability across diverse climates. But it's not just the size that sets Big Bertha apart; it's the promise of a bountiful harvest, ensuring that your meals will be nothing short of abundant.

Our Big Bertha Sweet Pepper Plants are grown with a commitment to natural methods, ensuring they're healthy and robust. Guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Transplant when soil temperatures reaches 60°F

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.8
  • - Add compost or aged manure (in the fall before planting)

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water consistently
  • - Avoid overwatering, which can lead to blossom end rot

Fertilizer Type:

Pruning and Training:

  • - Pinch off early blossoms to encourage stronger plant growth

Pollination:

  • - Self-pollinating, but benefit from insect and wind or mechanical movement

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for aphids, flea beetles, and cutworms
  • - Monitor for signs of bacterial spot or other diseases

Harvesting Indicators:

  • - Harvest when peppers reach desired size and color
  • - Cut rather than pull to avoid damaging the plant

Storage:

  • - Store unwashed peppers in the refrigerator for up to a week
  • - Can be frozen for longer storage

Companion Plants:

  • - Basil: Improves flavor and repels pests
  • - Onions: Deter pests
  • - Carrots: Loosen soil for pepper roots
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Needs
Sunlight 8+ hours
Watering Needs Consistently moist, but not waterlogged
Soil Properties Well-drained
Growing Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
When to harvest When the fruits reach the desired size
Production Time Multiply Pickings
Foliage Color Green
Garden Styles Container Garden
Plant Used for Food Production
Plant Type Hybrid
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