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Hot Peppers - Cayenne Long Slim
The Hot Pepper Cayenne Long Slim, 'Capsicum annuum', produces dark green, long fruit maturing to red. The fruits are slim, pointed and wrinkled. The Long Slim Pepper plant is a strong, spreading plant, 20-24 inches tall. It is great for processing and drying. Their intense flavor adds zest to sauces, salads, soups, stews, dips and dried seasonings. Transplant outside in the spring 3 to 4 weeks after last frost date. Note: To get a jump on the season transplant outside, use a walls-of-water or some black plastic to maintain and increase temperatures. Plant in average garden soil with sufficient organic matter. Peppers use quite a bit of water but prefer to be watered deeply and not too often. Use gloves and do not touch any other part of the body after harvesting. Wash your hands immediately. ... more information
Sweet Bell Peppers - Chocolate Beauty The Sweet Bell Pepper Chocolate Beauty, 'Capsicum annuum', is a sweet non-pungent variety that bears unique, deep brown fruit. The medium-large, smooth 3 and 4 inch lobed fruits matures green to a chocolate color and they are tobacco mosaic resistant. Chocolate Beauty is an incredibly delicious sweet pepper, especially when they are mature and fully ripe. Transplant outside in the spring 3 to 4 weeks after last frost date. Note: To get a jump on the season transplant outside, use a walls-of-water or some black plastic to maintain and increase temperatures. Pinch off early flowers to encourage plant growth. Plant in average garden soil with sufficient organic matter. Peppers use quite a bit of water but prefer to be watered deeply and not too often. Blossom pruning will improve fruit size. |
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