Description
AAS WINNER DETAILS
Winner Type:Â Regional (Great Lakes, West/Northwest)
Class:Â Pepper
Variety Name: Pot-a-peno F1
Genus:Â Capsicumm
Species: annuum
Year: 2021
Common Name:Â Pepper
Type:Â Edible – Vegetable
Breeder:Â PanAmerican Seed Company
Close Market Comparison:Â El Jefe F1, Early Flame F1
PLANT NEEDS
Duration Type: Annual
Light Needs: Full sun
Water Needs: Normal
Season Type: Warm season
Staking Required: No
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
Foliage Color: Dark green
Plant Habit: Bushy, compact, mounded
Plant Height: 12-15 inches
Fruit Color (Harvest): Green or red
Fruit Shape: Jalapeno, pointed conical
Fruit Size: 3-4 inches
Fruit Flavor Description: Small, green jalapeño fruit have a traditional spicy zip that is great in any dish. Ripen to red for a sweet, spicy flavor.
Number Of Fruits Per Plant: 35-50
IN THE GARDEN
Container: Yes (10-12 inch recommended)
Garden Spacing: 12-18 inches
Days To Harvest (Sowing Seed): Not recommended
Days To Harvest (Transplant): 45-50 days (green fruit); 60-65 days (red fruit)
HOW TO GROW
Sow in flats or plug tray at least 6-7 weeks before the target date for transplanting outside, temperatures above 70°F are preferred for germination. Transplant into larger plug tray, cell pack, or small pot (3-4?) approximately 3-4 weeks after sowing or when at least one true leaf has developed. Maintain medium soil moisture and use a complete fertilizer after transplant. Wait to transplant outdoors until night temperatures are over 45°F and there is no threat of frost, as cold temperatures will cause severe damage. Transplant outdoors in full sun at least 12-18 in apart or into 10-12 in. container. Plants do not require staking. Water and feed with complete fertilizer regularly.
JUDGE'S OBSERVATIONS
- “Love the mild heat not overbearing to eat fresh”
- “I love this pepper! Maturity is a big plus, fruit came on earlier than the controls and had better field holding. Set tons of fruit. Taste was good and ease of harvest was great, fruit came right off and didn’t damage stems- a very nice feature.”
- “Really liked the compact form on this pepper🌶 . It’s perfect for container gardens.”
- “The habit is well adapted for container growing. The canopy covered the fruit well. Perfect for patio gardening.”
- “Great container variety. Would make a good plant for the patio.”
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