Pepper – Doux des Landes
$3.99
A heritage variety from the Basque country, the Landes sweet long bell pepper is elongated and curved. Its shape is reminiscent of goat horns. It can be 15-20 cm long and around 2 cm wide. They can be eaten green or red. Delicious raw in salads, roasted or in marinades.
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Seeds | ~25 |
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Growing tips
Germination conditions:
- sowing depth: 5 mm
- optimum germination temperature: 25 to 30ºC
- germination time: 7 to 21 days
When to sow: indoor sowing 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost date in your region
Sowing technique: in pocket
In the same hole, sow 3 to 5 seeds, spacing them about 1 to 2 cm apart; when the seeds have germinated and the seedlings are 5 cm tall, keep all the plants if space is available, or keep only the best-looking ones. Transplant into individual containers while waiting to be transplanted into the garden.
Transplant outdoors: after any risk of frost, when the soil has warmed up.
Distance in the garden:
- between plants: 30 to 45 cm
- between rows: 45 to 60 cm
Plant height: 45 to 60 cm
Soil: rich, well-drained
Water: regular watering
Exposure: full sun
Days to harvest (after transplanting): 65-70 days (green), 80-85 days (red)
Specificities:
- pinch the first flowers with your fingers to make the plant more robust and to stimulate the production of leaves that will protect the fruit from summer sunburn;
- can be grown in pots
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