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An old variety pre-dating back to the 1960's where seeds collected produced a near exact copy of the parent plant and are passed down through the generations possessing heritage qualities, ranging from flavour, yield, memory of resistance to disease and more.
Sourced locally to ensure that seeds stay at their maximum viability for germination.
Plants grow approximately 60cms in height, producing an abundance of slender, long fruit that turns a deep red when ready.
Heat Rating:
Approximately Medium (varies from your own personal preference) but won’t blow your socks off.
How to Use:
Can be used fresh, cured, dried or pasted. A very popular heirloom variety.
When to Plant
Zone 1: October - December
Zone 2: September - December
Zone 3: August - March
Zone 4: April - July
For zone map CLICK HERE
Soil
The soil should be rich and free-draining. Integrate compost and well-rotted animal manure. A fortnight before planting. Chillies will also benefit from an application of lime.
Soil pH Level 6.5–7.5
Position
Sunny, hot position in free draining soil. Don’t plant where hungry crops, such as brassicas, were previously growing.
How to Plant
Propagate seeds in individual cells, leaving them outdoors during warm daytime conditions and then indoors at night. Transplant once the daytime temperatures are regularly surpassing 20 degrees as the plant is intolerant of frost.
Spacing 30-40 cm
Depth 0.5 - 1cm
Companion Plants:
Basil, Parsley
Approximate no. of Seeds: 30
Note: The Little Vege Patch Co source seeds locally and in small batches to ensure they remain at their maximum viability for germination
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