Description
| Seeds | 20 seeds $3.75 |
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Fehérözön (Sweet Pepper)
History: Hungary
It is believed that in the late 1940’s this little pepper traveled to North America in the pockets of Eastern European immigrants.
Tightly contained plants produce clusters of conical peppers to 4” (10cm) long. Not a lot of wild limbs for this variety, making it a good choice for smaller gardens. Fruit is relatively thin-walled, smooth and shiny, a beautiful pale yellow in colour when ready for fresh eating or stuffing. As it matures colour will change to dark red. This is the perfect colour for drying. When dried and ground it becomes one of the most delicious paprikas you will ever taste. Also makes superb pickles. Shows disease resistance. Matures in 90-100 days. (130 seeds/g)
Tips for Growing Perfect Peppers! Peppers require a long, warm/hot growing season. To get a head start in cooler climates, seed should be started indoors, 6-8 weeks before transplanting. Sow seeds 1/4” (0.5 cm) deep in sterile pots. Pepper seedlings are not all that hardy, or vigorous so watch for signs of too much water, or disease. As the weather warms, harden-off by setting plants outside for a few hours each day. Transplant outdoors 12-18” (30-45cm) apart only when variable spring weather has stabilized and the temperature has warmed. Provide adequate water and fertilizer and for best results pick the first peppers as soon as they reach edible size. This will help encourage growth and productivity. The most suitable companion plants for Peppers are; carrots, basil, and okra. Depending on the variety, peppers usually germinate within 10-21days (75-95ºF/24-35ºC). Note: Don’t be disappointed. Peppers are a touchy cultivator with lower germination rates than other vegetables.
