Organic bull's horn pepper Lipari F1 plants - Capsicum annuum

The Organic 'Lipari F1' Pepper - Hybrid Bullhorn Pepper is a productive hybrid variety that produces elongated horn-shaped peppers that ripen red. It is a plant that is grown as an annual, requiring heat and a very rich soil. The plug plants of the Lipari F1 Pepper are produced using organic methods. They should be planted in March-April for a harvest from August to October.

Peppers and Chilli Peppers come from the same plant! They result from successive selections that have led to the Pepper, with its sweet flavour, and the Chilli Pepper, with its spicy taste. The heat of Chilli Peppers is measured on the Scoville scale, ranging from 0 to 10 (with 0 corresponding to the Pepper). They were introduced to Europe by Christopher Columbus and quickly spread across the world. Apart from a few varieties, peppers and chilli peppers are grown annually in our climate.

They belong to the Solanaceae family and are divided into five major species: Capsicum annuum (the most common), Capsicum baccatum, Capsicum chinense, Capsicum frutescens, and Capsicum pubescens.

The fruits, initially green, will take on their final colour as they ripen: red, yellow, brown, orange, and purple... Their shape varies: square, elongated, semi-long...

Peppers and Chilli Peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, including capsaicin, which is responsible for these fruits' more or less spicy flavour.

In terms of cuisine, Peppers and chilli peppers are used in many cuisines worldwide and can be cooked in multiple ways. Peppers can be eaten raw or cooked, stuffed, marinated, grilled, in salads, or ratatouilles... while chilli peppers, fresh or dried, add flavour and spice to dishes depending on their heat.

These fruit vegetables are demanding plants, requiring a very rich soil and enjoying full sun exposure.

Harvesting: The harvest takes place from August to October (or as early as July for certain varieties) by cutting the stem with pruning shears or a knife.

Storage: Peppers and chilli peppers can be stored in the refrigerator for several days. They can also be frozen or dried.

Gardener's tip: We recommend mulching the soil with thin successive layers of grass clippings mixed with dead leaves, if possible. This protection, which keeps the soil moist, also limits weed growth. You can also opt for mineral mulch (bricks, slate, etc.) to help accumulate heat.