Anaheim
Pepper · Anaheim / New Mexico
Heirloom
Capsicum annuum
★ 5.01 review · 2 sources
Solanaceae (Nightshade family) · Genus: Capsicum
Characteristics
Heat Level
Mild
Intended Use
Drying / FlakeFresh / SaladPaprikaRoasting
About the Plant
Life Cycle
Annual
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Hardiness
Warm-Season/Tender
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Exposure
Full Sun
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Moisture
Keep Moist
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Origin
United States
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Germination
10–12 days
at 60–95 °F
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Days to Maturity
78–80 days
Plant Height
2–2.5 ft
Fruit Size
6–8 in
How to Plant
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Start Indoors
6-8 Weeks Before Last Frost
Transplant
2-4 Weeks After Last Frost
Planting Depth
0.25 in
Seed Spacing
18 in
Row Spacing
30 in
Thin To
18 in
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Optimal Soil Temp
65–95 °F
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Soil Temp
60–95 °F
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Air Temp
32–90 °F
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Marcus from SeedrateZone 6a
★★★★★August 26, 2026