Capsicum annuum
The undisputed ‘King of all the Chillies’, very hot, large red fruits rated 300–500k on Scoville heat scale. Produces hot chillies with an intense and sweet flavour.
Harvest in just 12-14 weeks.
How To Grow
In seed trays or in fertile well drained garden soil or pots. 5mm (¼”) deep, cover with fine soil and keep moist.
Transplant when 7-10cm (3-4”) high, spacing 40cm (16”) apart. Do not let the plants dry out but avoid overwatering. Feed occasionally with liquid fertiliser.
Seedlings emerge 7-21 days.
Pick regularly to encourage further fruit growth.
Harvest: As required, 12-14 weeks from sowing.
When To Plant
Spring to Summer, Winter too in hot northern areas.
Harvest
12-14 weeks
Sow
Spring, Summer
Soil Type
Well drained
When
Spring to Summer