When to plant capsicum in Gilbert River
- Sow in trays: late Oct to mid JunGilbert River area, hot semi-arid
- Move seedlings out: late Dec to early AugGilbert River area, hot semi-arid
- Plant seedlings: late Dec to early AugGilbert River area, hot semi-arid
Worked out from 30 years of climate records for Gilbert River. Microclimates vary: frost hollows and hills run later.
A warm-season crop that thrives in Adelaide summers, giving sweet peppers from midsummer into autumn. Plant only once soil and nights are warm, as cold checks growth for weeks. Water deeply and regularly; dry spells cause flower drop and blossom end rot.