If you are already thinking about what you want to grow in your garden this season, start out right now with organic seeds. Enjoy your Kitchen Gardening with chemical-free capsicum Organic Vegetable Seeds. 1 packet contains 30 capsicum seeds.
Capsicums are one of the most popular vegetables grown in home gardens belongs to family Solanaceae. Its species are native to America, where they have been cultivated for thousands of years. Peppers are cultivated worldwide and used in many cuisines.
Seeds Specifications
Seeds per Packet
30
Common Name
Chilies, Peppers, Capsicums, Bell peppers, Shimla Mirch.
Height
up to 91 centimetre.
Flower Colour
White
Bloom Time
1 to 1.5 months after sowing.
Difficulty Level
Moderately difficult.
Planting And Care
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SunlightKeep the seedlings container in Natural bright light
Protect the capsicum seedlings from direct harsh sunlight
SoilThe soil should be well drained and nutrient rich for Capsicum seedlings
WateringWater the seedlings when the topsoil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture
Do not overwater the seedlings
Water thoroughly in the summer and reduce watering in winter and rainy season
Application of FertilizerDuring the main growing season feed the Capsicum seedlings with organic fertilizer once a month
Loosen the topsoil without disturbing the roots of the seedlings so it can uptake the nutrients and moisture easily
Plant ProtectionRemove dead, infected or damaged seedlings from container
DontsDo not overwater the seedlings especially when container does not have drainage holes
Capsicum California Wonder Care
How to Sow Capsicum SeedsSowing in Northern India: Spring season
Start seeds indoors during winter season before transplanting them outside during the coming spring season
Sowing in Southern India: Winter season
Preferably start seeds indoors for better germination rate
Select a container having 5-7 inch diameter
Fill the container with well-drained soil
Moisten the surface of the soil with water spray
Sprinkle the seeds evenly over the soil and spread a thin layer of soil over it
or Make a hole of 1 inch deep and put 2-3 seeds in each hole and cover the hole with fine layer of the soil
Cover the seed container with a transparent plastic paper
Place the seed tray in indirect bright light
Remove plastic wrapping once seeds start to germinate
Tansplant the seedlings after 21 days in 5-7 inches pot or directly in the ground at 30 cm spacing
Do not over-water the seedlings to avoid root rot
Germination rate and viability of Capsicum seed Capsicum seed Germination rate and viability is up to 70%
Capsicum growth rate is medium
Sunlight
Capsicum enjoys Natural bright light but appreciates a little shade during the hottest part of the day.
Watering
Water the seedlings when the topsoil (1-2 inch) in pot feels dry to touch.
Poke your finger/plain small stick into the soil to check the moisture.
Soil
Nutrient-rich well-draining soil with Optimum PH range 6.0 to 6.8.
Temperature
20 to 25-degree celsius.
Fertilizer
Apply any organic fertilizer.
Harvest Season
Capsicum require from 70 to more than 90 warm days to reach harvest.
The bell peppers are usually harvested and sold when they are of suitable market size and are still green.
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