Peppers — FarmPal
From sweet bells to fiery habaneros, peppers add color and flavor to any garden.
Sun
full
Water
moderate
Spacing
18-24 inches apart
Days to Harvest
60-90 days from transplant
Planting Depth
Same depth as container
Companion Plants
Tomatoes
Basil
Carrots
Onions
Spinach
Avoid Planting Near
Fennel
Kohlrabi
Brassicas
Common Pests
Aphids
Pepper weevils
Spider mites
Cutworms
Diseases to Watch
Bacterial spot
Anthracnose
Blossom end rot
Mosaic virus
Growing Tips
- •Start seeds 8-10 weeks before last frost
- •Peppers love heat wait until soil is warm to transplant
- •Stake or cage larger varieties
- •Consistent watering prevents blossom end rot
- •Hot peppers get hotter with water stress (use carefully)
Harvesting
- •Harvest at any size green or colored
- •Use sharp scissors or pruners to avoid plant damage
- •Regular harvesting encourages more production
- •Let some fruits fully ripen for best flavor and vitamin C
Storage
Refrigerator for 1-2 weeks. Freeze, pickle, or dry for long-term.
Varieties
California Wonder
Classic bell pepper. Thick walls, sweet flavor.
Jalapeño
Medium heat (2,500-8,000 Scoville). Versatile use.
Poblano
Mild heat. Perfect for stuffing and roasting.
Habanero
Very hot (100,000-350,000 Scoville). Fruity flavor.
Shishito
Mild with occasional hot one. Perfect for blistering.