Pepper Midinor Red F1 plants - Capsicum annuum

The Midinor Red F1 Pepper plant is a compact and productive hybrid variety suitable for cultivation in open ground or in a pot on the balcony. Its small fruits measure approximately 6 cm, turning red when ripe. They can be harvested and consumed green or red, providing aromatic and sweet flesh. It is grown as an annual, requiring warmth and needing very rich soil. Plant the plug plants from April to June, after the frosts, for a harvest from July to October.

Peppers and Chillis come from the same species! They are the result of successive selections that have led to the Pepper, with a mild flavour, and the Chilli, with a spicy flavour. The heat of Chillies 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 worldwide. Apart from a few varieties, Peppers and Chillies are grown as annuals 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 are initially green and will take on their final hue as they ripen: red, yellow, brown, orange, purple… Their shape varies: square, elongated, semi-long... Chillies and Peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, including capsaicin, responsible for the burning flavour of these fruits.

In cooking, Peppers and Chillies are present in many cuisines around the world and can be prepared in various ways. Peppers can be eaten raw or cooked, stuffed, marinated, grilled, in salads, ratatouilles… while Chillies, fresh or dried, add heat and spice to dishes according to their strength.

These fruiting vegetables are greedy plants, requiring very rich soil and sunny exposures. 

The harvest: Harvesting takes place from August to October (or from July for some varieties), by cutting the stalk with secateurs or a knife.

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

Gardener's tip: We recommend mulching the soil with thin successive layers of grass cuttings, ideally mixed with dead leaves. This protection, which keeps the soil moist, also limits weeding. You can also opt for a mineral mulch (bricks, slates…) which will help accumulate heat.

Note: Please note, our young plug plants are products intended for experienced gardeners: upon receipt, transplant and store them under cover (veranda, greenhouse, cold frame...) at a temperature above 14°C for a few weeks before placing them outdoors once all risk of frost has passed.