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Capsicum annuum Candy Cane F1

Capsicum annuum Candy Cane F1
Bell pepper, Sweet pepper

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The packet only contains 4 seeds, which means each seed costs £1. Very disappointed before sowing! Furthermore, the delivery time is 20 days: ordered on 9th April and received on 4th May.

Eric, 05/05/2020

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An recent hybrid variety, unique in appearance with its green fruits striped with white, turning red when ripe, as well as its decorative variegated foliage. The fruits, about 10 cm (4in) long, are crunchy and sweet, and delicious when consumed at all stages of ripeness. This is a plant that is grown as an annual, requiring warmth and a very rich soil. Sow in April for a harvest from August to October. This particularly decorative variety is perfect for growing in a pot on the balcony or patio.
Ease of cultivation
Beginner
Height at maturity
60 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Soil moisture
Moist soil
Germination time (days)
14 days
Sowing method
Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
Sowing period March to May
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Flowering time May to August
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Description

The Candy Cane F1 pepper is a recent hybrid variety, notable for the whimsical appearance of its green fruits striped with white, which turn red when ripe, as well as its decorative variegated foliage. The crunchy and sweet fruits, about 10 cm (4in) long, are delicious at all stages of ripeness. It is a plant that is grown as an annual, requiring heat and a very rich soil. This particularly decorative variety is perfect for growing in a pot on a balcony or patio. Versatile, peppers can be consumed raw in salads or cooked in dishes such as Basque chicken, ratatouille, or stuffed peppers.

The Candy Cane pepper is sown in a warm place from March to May and harvested from July to September-October.

Peppers and chilli peppers come from the same plant! They are the result of successive selections that have led to the sweet-tasting pepper and the spicy-tasting chilli pepper. The spiciness of chilli peppers is measured on the Scoville scale, ranging from 0 to 10 (0 corresponding to the pepper). They were introduced to Europe by Christopher Columbus and quickly spread around the world. Apart from a few varieties, peppers and chilli peppers are grown as annual plants 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 of this 'Candy Cane' variety start off green and will take on their final colour as they ripen: red, yellow, brown, orange, purple, etc. Their shape can vary: square, elongated, semi-long, etc.

Peppers and chilli peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, including capsaicin, which is responsible for the more or less spicy flavor of these fruits.

In terms of cooking, peppers and chilli peppers are found in many cuisines around the world and can be prepared in multiple ways. Peppers can be consumed raw or cooked, stuffed, marinated, grilled, in salads, ratatouille, etc., while chilli peppers, fresh or dried, add heat and spice to dishes according to their spiciness.

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

Harvesting: Harvesting 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.

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

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Capsicum annuum Candy Cane F1 (Foliage) Foliage
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Harvest

Harvest time July to September
Type of vegetable Fruit vegetable
Vegetable colour bicoloured, two-tone
Size of vegetable Medium
Fruit diameter 10 cm
Interest Flavour, Nutritional value, Colour, Productive
Flavour Sugary
Use Table, Cooking

Plant habit

Height at maturity 60 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate fast

Foliage

Foliage persistence Annual
Foliage colour variegated
Aromatic? Fragrant foliage when creased

Botanical data

Genus

Capsicum

Species

annuum

Cultivar

Candy Cane F1

Family

Solanaceae

Other common names

Bell pepper, Sweet pepper

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Annual / Perennial

Annual

Product reference89600111

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Planting and care

Peppers are easy to grow. Sunlight and heat are crucial for the success of this crop. They can tolerate any type of soil, although they prefer rich, loose, and well-draining soil. You can add some sand if the substrate is too compact.

Sowing under glass: From mid-February to May, sow indoors or in heated greenhouses in trays at around 20°C (68°F). Bury the seeds under 5 to 7 mm (0.3in) of seed compost as they need darkness to germinate. Do not use humus at this stage, as it may burn the future roots. The growth of pepper plants is rapid: the seeds germinate between 3 days and a week after sowing. This is an average. Do not discard a tray if germination has not occurred within this time frame, thinking they are irrecoverable. Some varieties take longer. When the plants have reached 5 to 6 true leaves, transplant them into buckets that will provide a little more space for their roots, and start acclimatising them to the outside on sunny days.

Transplanting in open ground: Once the risk of frost has passed, usually by mid-May, transplant your plants into the open ground. Choose the sunniest and warmest spots in the garden. At the base of a south-facing wall is an ideal position. Loosen the soil and dig a hole at least 3 to 4 times the volume of the plant's root system. Add a little well-decomposed compost at the bottom. Place your plant, which can be buried up to the first leaves, then fill in the hole. Tamp down, form a basin around the base, and water generously. Be careful not to water the leaves to protect your plants from fungal diseases. If you want to plant multiple plants, space them 60 cm (24in) apart in all directions.

Maintenance: Adding mulch at the base of your plants helps retain some moisture and reduces the need for weeding. Pepper plants do not require a lot of watering: their root system has a taproot that searches deeply for available resources. Only water generously in case of prolonged drought. If you have chosen to grow them in pots, you can keep your pepper plants for several years by storing them in a warm and well-lit place in winter. In pots, the plant cannot develop as efficient a taproot as in open ground. Therefore, it is necessary to water it regularly but moderately.

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Seedlings

Sowing period March to May
Sowing method Sowing under cover, Sowing under cover with heat
Germination time (days) 14 days

Care

Soil moisture Tolerant
Disease resistance Good
Pruning instructions It is advisable to pinch out the young plants of chillies and bell peppers, especially in cooler regions. When the plants have 10 to 15 fruits, cut the ends of the stems one leaf above the last fruit.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time July to August

Intended location

Type of use Container, Vegetable garden, Greenhouse
Hardiness Hardy down to 1°C (USDA zone 10b) Show map
Ease of cultivation Beginner
Soil Well drained and rich in organic matter
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), 130
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