CHILLI ‘Serrano’ Vegetable Seeds
Botanical Name: Capsicum annuum
- A popular and versatile heirloom variety known for its medium heat and bright, tangy flavor.
- Produces slender, glossy green fruits that ripen to vibrant red, perfect for salsas, pickling, or fresh use.
- Rich in vitamins C and A, adding a nutritional boost to any meal.
- Thrives in warm climates and continues to yield throughout the growing season.
- Compact, bushy plants make it suitable for garden beds, raised beds, or containers.
- Low-maintenance and resistant to many pests and diseases.
- Excellent for both fresh use and drying for later culinary use.
Plant Details:
- Plant Type: Annual vegetable, growing 60 – 90 cm tall
Sowing Information:
- Sow When:
- Temperate: August – December
- Subtropical: August – January
- Tropical: All year round
- Cool: September – November
- Arid: August – December
- Germination: 7 – 14 days
- Germination Temperature: 18-30 °C
- Depth: 1 cm deep
- Position: Full sun
- Sow Where: Directly in garden beds or seed trays for transplanting
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil with a pH of 6 – 7; enrich with organic matter
- Spacing: 40 – 50 cm between plants
Details:
- Water regularly but allow soil to dry slightly between watering to avoid over-saturation.
- Mulch to conserve moisture and reduce weed competition.
- Support plants if heavy fruit loads develop to prevent breakage.
Harvest:
75 – 85 days after sowing
