Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum) (Info)
Species: frutescens (froo-TESS-enz) (Info)
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Height:
6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)
Spacing:
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure:
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Heat (Pungency):
Extremely Hot (above 30,000 Scoville Units)
Fruit Shape:
Tapered
Fruit Size:
Small (under 2" in length)
Fruit Color:
Green changing to red
Disease Resistance:
Unknown - Tell us
Seed Type:
Open-pollinated
Usage:
Fresh (salsa, salads)
Frying
Drying
Pickling
Other details:
This plant is suitable for growing indoors
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Propagation Methods:
From seed; winter sow in vented containers, coldframe or unheated greenhouse
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Days to Maturity:
Unknown - Tell us
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