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Great Stuff Sweet Pepper Plant

7.99
  • - UNAVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE, Shop Available Sweet Peppers
  • - Spacing: 16 inches
  • - Days to Harvest: 65
  • - At least 6–8 hours of sunlight
Plant Features

Great Stuff peppers produce extra-large, blocky fruits that can grow up to 7 inches long and 5 inches wide. These thick-walled, sweet peppers have a crisp texture and excellent flavor, making them ideal for stuffing, grilling, or fresh eating. The plants are highly productive, delivering a steady harvest of high-quality fruits throughout the season. Grown with our natural methods to nurture their strength and flavor, Great Stuff Pepper Plants are guaranteed to arrive alive and thriving!

Planting Instructions:

  • - Transplant during any frost-free period when temperatures remain above 45°F

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-6.8

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water deeply, allowing the soil's surface to dry between watering, with increased frequency on hot days

Fertilizer Protocol:

  • - At Transplanting: Use a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) at a rate of 1 tablespoon per plant. Mix it into the soil near the plant and water thoroughly. Apply once at transplant.
  • - First Flower Appearance: Use a phosphorus and potassium-rich fertilizer (5-10-10) at a rate of 1 tablespoon per plant. Apply 6–8 inches from the base and water thoroughly. Apply once when flowering begins.
  • - Every 4 Weeks Thereafter: Use a phosphorus and potassium-rich fertilizer (5-10-10) at a rate of 1 tablespoon per plant. Apply per plant and water thoroughly. Apply every 4 weeks thereafter.

Pruning and Training:

  • - Pruning is not needed

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:

  • - Cut fruits instead of pulling them to prevent plant damage

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 Characteristics
When to harvest When the fruits reach the desired size
Production Time Multiple Pickings
Habit Upright
Foliage Color Green
Features Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Container Garden
Plant Used for Food Production
Plant Type Hybrid

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