Capsicum

Also known as: Bell peppers, Sweet peppers

📍 Zone 8b

📖 About

Small bushy plant about 40cm high. The seeds are reluctant to start germinating if temperatures drop at night. These are best sown in small trays in a warm, sheltered place: a small greenhouse if possible. Plant out when about 10 -12cm (4-5in) tall.

📐 Growing Information

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Harvest Time

in 10-12 weeks. Cut fruit off with sharp knife. Compatible with (can grow beside): Egg plant (Aubergine), Nasturtiums, B

📅 Planting Calendar (Zone 8b)

Jan

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Feb

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Mar

🌿

Apr

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May

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Jun

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Jul

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Aug

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Sep

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Oct

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Nov

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Dec

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Active month Not recommended

🗓️ Monthly Actions

January 🪴 Start in Trays Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

February 🪴 Start in Trays Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

March 🌿 Transplant Plant out (transplant) seedlings

September 🪴 Start in Trays Start in seed trays and plant out seedlings in 4-6 weeks

October 🪴 Start in Trays Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

November 🪴 Start in Trays Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

December 🪴 Start in Trays Start in seed trays or plant out (transplant) seedlings

🤝 Companion Planting

✅ Grows Well With

with (can grow beside): Egg plant (Aubergine)
Nasturtiums
Basil
Parsley
Amaranth Small bushy plant about 40cm high

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