Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee) (Info) Genus: Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum) (Info) Species: annuum (AN-yoo-um) (Info) Cultivar: Big Dipper
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Height: 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Spacing: 24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure: Full Sun
Heat (Pungency): Sweet (0 Scoville Units)
Fruit Shape: Bell
Fruit Size: Medium (4" to 6" in length)
Fruit Color: Green changing to red
Disease Resistance: Unknown - Tell us
Seed Type: Open-pollinated
Usage: Fresh (salsa, salads) Stuffing Roasting
Other details: Unknown - Tell us
Soil pH requirements: 5.6 to 6.0 (acidic) 6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic) 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Propagation Methods: From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting: Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Days to Maturity: Mid (69-80 days)
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