Family: Solanaceae (so-lan-AY-see-ee) (Info)
Genus: Capsicum (KAP-sih-kum) (Info)
Species: pubescens (pew-BES-senz) (Info)
Cultivar: PI 497676
» View all varieties of Peppers Height:
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
4-6 ft. (1.2-1.8 m)
Spacing:
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Light Shade
Heat (Pungency):
Hot (5,000 to 30,000 Scoville Units)
Extremely Hot (above 30,000 Scoville Units)
Fruit Shape:
Unknown - Tell us
Fruit Size:
Unknown - Tell us
Fruit Color:
Green changing to red
Disease Resistance:
Unknown - Tell us
Seed Type:
Open-pollinated
Usage:
Fresh (salsa, salads)
Roasting
Drying
Pickling
Other details:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Suitable for growing in containers
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; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting:
Allow unblemished fruit to ripen; clean and dry seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Days to Maturity:
Unknown - Tell us
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