Sweet Pepper Ivory 10 PCS fresh seeds

🌱 Capsicum annuum — Sweet Pepper Ivory

Sweet Pepper Ivory seeds are a high-yielding variety of sweet pepper, ideal for growing in film greenhouses. This plant is a member of the Solanaceae family, known for its sprawling habit and well-leaved foliage, reaching heights of up to 120 cm. Key selling points include its early maturity, high fruit quality, and excellent yield.

🌿 Botanical Description

Capsicum annuum is an annual plant with a sprawling habit, reaching heights of up to 120 cm. The stems are well-leaved, with leaves that are ovate to lanceolate in shape. The flowers are small and white, followed by cuboprism-shaped fruits that are blocky and 3-4-chambered. The fruit wall thickness is 6-7 mm, and they weigh 120-150 g. In technical ripeness, the fruits have an ivory color, while in biological ripeness, they turn orange.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds 1-2 cm deep in well-draining soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.8. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 25-30°C. Germination time: 7-14 days.
• Soil type: well-draining. Soil pH: 6.0-6.8.
• Watering: keep the soil consistently moist. Fertilization: use a balanced fertilizer.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-10. Frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Capsicum annuum is native to the Americas, specifically the tropical and subtropical regions. It thrives in warm climates with average temperatures between 18-24°C. Typical habitats include well-draining soils and full sun to partial shade. The altitude range is from sea level to 1000 m.

✨ Interesting Facts

Capsicum annuum has been cultivated for over 6,000 years, with evidence of its use dating back to ancient civilizations in Central and South America. It is used for fresh consumption, salads, and as a key ingredient in various cuisines. The plant also has medicinal properties, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.