Sweet pepper 'Pepperdew'

Capsicum annuum var. annuum (Grossum Group)

How to grow Sweet pepper 'Pepperdew'

  • Full Sun

  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Pepperdew is thought of as half hardy, so remember to protect this plant from frosts and low temperatures. Planting Pepperdew in potting mix, loamy and silty soil with a ph of between 5.5 and 7.5 is ideal for as it does best in weakly acidic soil to weakly alkaline soil.

Growing Pepperdew from seed

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.25 inches (0.64 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 20°C / 68°F to ensure good germination.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Pepperdew about 60 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Pepperdew

As Pepperdew is half hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

Harvesting Pepperdew

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