| Description | The Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum) is a highly nutritious fruit and easy to cultivate. The pepper is produced from the flower, so botanically, it is a fruit, not a vegetable. This is a botanical conundrum. |
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| Plant Type | Edibles Vegetables, Edible Fruit |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average |
| Soil & Site | average |
| Temperature | preferred temperatures 60-65 degrees during the day and do not go lower than 50 degrees at night. |
| Flowers | small, white |
| Fruit | green thick-walled fruit can turn red, orange, yellow, etc., as it matures |
| Dimensions | space about 12-16 inches apart |
| Propagation | Growing peppers from seed is a simple process. The seeds are not small and flat, making them easy to plant. However, it's important to note that peppers grow slowly as seedlings and are sensitive to cold weather. To ensure a successful harvest, it's recommended to sow the seeds at least six weeks before planting them outdoors. During the colder months, such as May, the plants may need to be moved inside at night, even if they're in a cold frame. To ensure a steady supply of peppers, it's a good idea to plant a mix of your seedlings and some purchased plants for a more extended harvest season. |
| Misc Facts | The name pepper was given by Europeans when Christopher Columbus brought the plant back to Europe. |
| Author's Notes | I reside in zone 5b, and my practice is to refrain from planting peppers in the garden until after Memorial Day. Nevertheless, this rule may need to be altered due to the impact of global warming. |
| Notes & Reference | #274-Site Authors' observations and growing experiences |
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