Capsicum annuum
Thick walled, pungent dark green fruits that turn red at maturity. Makes an eye watering addition to salsa and dips. An excellent variety for pickling.
Sow – Indoors, March | Days to Harvest – 70 |
Location – Full Sun | Emergence – 10 to 20 days |
Difficulty – Easy | Lifecycle – Annual |
Approx. 25 seeds per packet | Frost intolerant sturdy crop |
Growing Instructions:
Start indoors in March in a soil-less growing medium. Germinate at 21°C (70°F). Transplant seedlings into pots and grow on under lights at 16-21°C (60-70°F). Harden off and transplant out after all risk of frost has passed, usually in May. Sow seed 6mm (1/4in) deep and 30cm (12in) apart in rows spaced 60cm (24in) apart. Staking is recommended.
Scoville Heat Unit Rating: 6000