TROPICA - Chili Pepper "Jalapeno“ (Capsicum annum) - 10 Seeds - Pepper and Chili Pepper

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TROPICA - Chili Pepper "Jalapeno“ (Capsicum annum) - 10 SeedsWorth knowing: Like tomatos, paprika and chilli peppers are plants of the nightshade family, they are annual and grow to heights of about 50-180 cm depending on the variety. The flowers are of white to purple colour and they are self-pollinating. The fruits are rich in vitamines, some varieties can be processed into powder and there are a lot of shapes and colours. Chilis are hot, from mild-hot to hellish hot. The plants are very ornamental and well-suited for pot or tub cultivation. They feel very comfortable in warm positions meaning they are well-suited for indoor or greenhouse cultivation. Origin: Sprinkled with coarse salt, the jalapenos can be eaten fresh or grilled. Its pleasant spiciness (pungency level of 2,5-4) and fruity taste are what characterizes them. The dark green fruits slowly turn into a full red colour. The peppers are 7-8 cm long and up to 4 cm wide. Simply a biting pleasure! Propagation: Moisten the soil before sowing, sprinkle the seeds on the soil, cover very thinliy and press on lightly. At 20°-26°C, the seeds germinate after 8-14 days. Care: Provide the young plants with suitable fertilizer already at the beginning of March. Specific tomato and pepper fertilizer has a long-term effect and can be tilled into the soil well. The position should be bright to sunny and warm. Water extensively. Nightly temperatures should not drop below 16°C.Caution: Paprika and Chili are members of the nightshade family. The parts of the plant are poisonous. The ripe fruits, however, are not!