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Old January 19, 2018   #25
rhines81
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Originally Posted by DonDuck View Post
I planted some habanero seeds on Jan. 6 in starting mix on top of heat mats set at 80 degrees. They sprouted on Jan. 19. That's only 13 days. Seems a little odd for them to sprout that fast.
Last year I sowed 7 habanero seeds and they germinated: (2) 9 days, (1) 11 days, (1) 12 days, (3) no sprouts. The seed was about 5 years old. I grew out 2 of the plants in my garden and gave 2 away.
I've never really noticed the difference in sweet or hot pepper germination time. Last year a few of my bell peppers took 16 days, most around 10.
Maybe the superhots are different. I'll be starting some Carolina reaper this year so I guess I'll find out.
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