How long does it take to grow Pepper, Shishito?

Pepper, Shishito takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest.

How much sun does Pepper, Shishito need?

Pepper, Shishito requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).

Plant Pepper, Shishito at 1/sqft (12" apart) using square foot gardening spacing.

Pepper, Shishito is frost-sensitive and should not be exposed to frost.

Pepper, Shishito seeds germinate in 8-21 days at an optimal temperature of 85°F.

Start Pepper, Shishito seeds indoors 8 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant 2 weeks after last frost.

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Nightshade family — Shishito varietal

Days to Harvest60 days

SunlightFull Sun

Frost ToleranceNone

Spacing1/sqft (12" apart)

Germination8-21 days

HardinessVery Tender

Germ. Temp85°F

Start Indoors8 weeks before last frost

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