Pepper Gourmet Orange - Renee's Garden

In early spring, start indoors about 2 months before outdoor night temperatures are reliably in the 50-55F (10-13C) range. Sow seeds 1/4 in deep and 1 in. apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep moist but not soggy, and very warm, 80-85F (27-29C). Provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside.  When seedlings are ready to plant outside. When seedlings are 2 in. tall, transplant 2 in. apart into deeper containers or individual pots. Maintain at 70-75F (21-24C). Feed with half-strength fertilizer every 2 weeks until weather is warm enough to gradually acclimate to outdoor conditions. Plant out 2.5 ft. apart into rich soil in full sun.  

Don't plant peppers outdoors until night temperatures are above 55F (13C). Prepare soil with aged manure or compost. Plant only robust seedlings with well-developed roots. Mulch plants to maintain even soil moisture. Stake or cage your plants to help support their heavy fruit set.