{"product_id":"pepper-ozark-giant","title":"Pepper - Ozark Giant","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Seed Count: 20\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"24\" data-end=\"509\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"28\" data-end=\"96\"\u003eWhen it comes to size, few peppers can compete with Ozark Giant.\u003c\/strong\u003e This heirloom sweet pepper produces enormous blocky fruits with thick walls, crisp texture, and outstanding sweet flavor. The peppers often grow much larger than standard bell peppers, making them ideal for stuffing, grilling, roasting, and fresh eating. Productive plants yield heavily throughout the season, providing an abundance of giant peppers that are as impressive on the plate as they are in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"529\"\u003ePlant Details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"816\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"530\" data-end=\"578\"\u003eSpecies: \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eCapsicum annuum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"610\"\u003ePlant Type: Sweet bell pepper\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"657\"\u003eDays to Maturity: 80–90 days from transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"658\" data-end=\"686\"\u003ePlant Height: 24–36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"687\" data-end=\"752\"\u003eFruit Size: Extra-large blocky peppers, often 4–6 inches across\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"796\"\u003eFruit Color: Green ripening to bright red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"797\" data-end=\"816\"\u003eHeat Level: 0 SHU\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"818\" data-end=\"835\"\u003eGrowing Guide\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"856\"\u003eStarting Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"857\" data-end=\"927\"\u003eStart seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before your last expected frost date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eSow seeds ¼ inch deep in seed-starting mix.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"974\" data-end=\"1019\"\u003eMaintain soil temperatures between 80–90°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1020\" data-end=\"1068\"\u003eGermination typically occurs within 7–21 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1151\"\u003eHarden off seedlings for 7–10 days before planting outdoors.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1247\"\u003eTransplant after all danger of frost has passed and nighttime temperatures remain above 50°F.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1282\"\u003eSpace plants 18–24 inches apart.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003eGrowing Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eFull sun (6–8+ hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1338\" data-end=\"1372\"\u003eRich, fertile, well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1373\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eConsistent moisture throughout the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1425\" data-end=\"1477\"\u003eMulch to help conserve moisture and suppress weeds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1479\" data-end=\"1488\"\u003eCare\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1554\"\u003eFertilize regularly to support the development of large fruits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1555\" data-end=\"1624\"\u003eStake or cage plants, as the heavy peppers can weigh down branches.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1625\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eWater deeply during flowering and fruit production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1695\"\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1696\" data-end=\"1737\"\u003eHarvest green for a crisp, mild flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003eAllow fruits to ripen to bright red for maximum sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003eUse pruners or scissors to harvest without damaging the plant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1876\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1878\" data-end=\"2191\"\u003eOzark Giant was developed in the Ozark region of the United States and became popular for its combination of massive fruit size, sweet flavor, and reliable production. For generations, gardeners have grown this variety as a dependable heirloom capable of producing some of the largest sweet peppers in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beebe Seed Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49930170990831,"sku":null,"price":4.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0707\/8451\/6335\/files\/2C55AD5C-6A49-435C-8322-52D6A00D0F6A.jpg?v=1782168603","url":"https:\/\/beebeseeds.com\/products\/pepper-ozark-giant","provider":"Beebe Seed Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}