2014 AAS Edible - Vegetable Winner
Pepper Giant Ristra F1
Heavy yield of bright red very hot 7-inch chile peppers. Has the appearance of a Marconi but the spiciness of a cayenne. Fruits can either be consumed fresh, roasted, or dried and used as a herb.
As its name states Giant Ristra red fruit can be strung together in long bunches and dried and displayed and used throughout the winter months.
Plant Description
Genus:
Capsicum
Species:
annuum
Common Name:
Chile Pepper
Plant Habit:
Bushy
Plant Height:
22 inches
Plant Spread:
15-18 inches
Fruit Color (Harvest):
Red
Fruit Shape:
Elongated horn
Fruit Weight:
4 ounces
Fruit Size:
6-7 inches
Fruit Flavor Description:
Hot, spicy with a Scoville rating of between 30,000 and 50,000
Foliage Color:
Dark green
Disease Resistances or Tolerances:
TMV
Breeder:
Seeds by Design
Close Market Comparison:
: Sahuaro F1, Cheyenne
Planting & Care
Garden Spacing:
12-14 inches
Days To Harvest (Sowing Seed):
110
Days To Harvest (Transplant):
80
Duration Type:
Annual
Light Needs:
Full sun
Water Needs:
Dry to normal
Season Type:
Warm season
Staking Required:
No
Container:
Yes
Herb:
Yes
How to Grow:
Sow indoors and transplant after last frost date. Sturdy 26 inch plants typically do not require staking, but staking is optional if the fruit load is too heavy. Giant Ristra makes a very attractive large container plant also.
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