Only for Organic – Capsicum Red Seeds 🌶️
Red Capsicum, also known as Red Bell Pepper, is a vibrant, sweet, and nutritious vegetable rich in vitamin A, vitamin C, and antioxidants. It adds a delicious crunch and color to salads, stir-fries, pizzas, and stuffed dishes. Growing Red Capsicum at home is simple and rewarding, making it a great choice for home gardeners. It thrives in warm conditions and can be grown in pots, containers, grow bags, or open fields.
How to Grow Capsicum Red:
✔ Sowing & Germination:
- Seed Preparation: Soak seeds in water for 6-8 hours before sowing to improve germination.
- Sowing Depth: Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep in well-drained soil with good organic matter.
- Ideal Temperature: Germination occurs best at 20°C - 30°C.
- Germination Time: Seeds will sprout in 7-14 days under the right conditions.
- Transplanting: Once seedlings grow to 4-6 inches, transplant them into pots or garden beds, maintaining 12-18 inches spacing for proper air circulation and growth.
✔ Growing Conditions:
- Sunlight: Requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.
- Soil Type: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil, enriched with organic compost or manure.
- Watering: Keep the soil moist but not soggy. Water at the base to prevent fungal infections.
✔ Care & Maintenance:
- Fertilization: Apply organic manure or a balanced NPK fertilizer every 15-20 days to boost growth and fruiting.
- Support & Pruning: As plants grow, use stakes or cages to support the branches and avoid breakage. Regular pruning of older leaves encourages better airflow.
- Pest & Disease Control: Keep an eye out for aphids, whiteflies, and fungal diseases. Use neem oil spray or organic pesticides to control infestations naturally.
✔ Harvesting:
- Maturity Time: Capsicum Red is ready for harvest in 80-100 days after transplanting.
- Harvesting Method: Pick the peppers when they turn bright red, firm, and glossy. Use a sharp knife or scissors to cut them, leaving a small stem attached to the fruit.
- Continuous Harvesting: Regular picking encourages more fruit production throughout the growing season.