chilli 'Padron'
chilli
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- size:
- approx 150 seeds
- available within:
- 2-3 days
- Position: full sun
- Soil: humus-rich, moisture retentive soil
- Rate of growth: average
- Hardiness: tender
A mid to early season chilli with a mild flavour. They form on a medium sized, bushy plant that will thrive in a big container. The medium to long, flat, conical light green fruits, turn red when ripe. - Growing Instructions:
Sow indoors - February to May. Sow 1cm deep in trays or alternatively two seeds per pot selecting the strongest seedling. Use multi purpose compost, to cover seeds. Plant out in a greenhouse April to June.
When plants reach 20cm high, pinch out the tips to encourage more side shoots and therefore more peppers. Feed regularly with high-potash tomato feed once the fruits begin to form.
Harvest: July to October
- Eventual Height: 0.6m
- Eventual Spread: 0.25m