Pepper (Hot), Takanotsume (Naturally Grown Seeds)
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Description: Ornamental and edible. Another name for this pepper is "hawk claw" for the talon-shaped red peppers that reach up above the foliage. A revered Japanese variety measuring 30,000 on the Scoville scale. Produces hundreds of fruits per plant!
You can grow this compact pepper in pots or in the garden. This is one of the best peppers we have ever grown for over wintering indoors!
Naturally grown by Sage Garden/ Heirloom/Open Pollinated/ Non-GMO
Pack Size: 25 seeds
Latin Name: Capsicum annuum
Main Uses: Culinary
Days to Maturity: 60 days
Exposure: Full sun
Height: 35 cm (14 inches)
Certified Organic: Naturally grown at Sage Garden
Container planting: Minimum 6” container per plant.
Growing in Containers: Well-suited to larger pots (minimum 6-8 inches)
Fertilizing (Containers): Feed with an organic veggie fertilizer through the season.
Watering (Containers): Water evenly - very important!
Growing in Mixed Planters: Well-suited for larger mixed planters. Think square foot gardening!
Fertilizing (Garden): Plant in a garden recently amended with compost. Application of Kelp fertilizer is beneficial.
Watering (Garden): Water deeply to establish. Water during periods of drought.
Suitability for Indoors: Well-suited for indoors, provided a sunny location.
Exposure: Full sun or grow lights.
What about Grow Lights? T5 or 26 - 54w CFL full spectrum lights are ideal
General Indoor Care: Bring potted plants indoors in late summer before night temperatures cool off. Or start fresh seeds indoors in late summer or fall.
Indoor Container Suggestions: Minimum 6" pot with drainage holes.
Winter Fertilizing: Fertilize monthly through winter with an organic plant food
Winter Watering: Water deeply when the soil feels dry to the touch.
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