Hot Pepper – Twilight
$3.99
The Twilight pepper plant produces conical fruits of approximately 5 cm length. The different colors of its fruits, which correspond to the different stages of ripening, make it a variety appreciated for its decorative potential; indeed, they go from light purple to yellow and then to red when ripe. Compact plant of approximately 45 cm height and 45 cm width which is cultivated well in pot.
WARNING: The seeds of the peppers are pungent, we recommend to handle them with gloves.
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Additional information
Seeds | ~40 |
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Growing tips
Conditions of germination:
- depth of sowing: 5 mm
- optimal temperatures of germination: 25 to 30ºC
- time for germination: 10 to 21 days
When to sow:
- indoor sowing 8 to 10 weeks before the last frost date in your area
Sowing technique: in pocket
Inside the same hole, sow 3 to 5 seeds spaced about 1 to 2 cm apart; when the seeds have germinated and the seedlings have reached a height of 5 cm, keep all the plants if space is available or keep only the best plants. Transplant into individual containers while waiting for transplanting in the garden.
Transplant outdoors:
- After any risk of frost, when the soil is warmed and the average nighttime temperature is above 12 ºC.
Distance in the garden:
- between plants: 45 cm
- between rows: 60 cm
Height of the plants: 45 cm
Soil: rich and well drained
Water: regular watering
Exposure: full sun
Days to harvest (after transplanting): 120 days for red peppers
Specificities:
- pinch off the first flowers to make the plant more robust and to stimulate the production of leaves that will protect the fruits from the sun burn in summer on very hot days
- possible to grow in pots
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