Capsicum Purple Black Seeds (Shimla Mirch / बैंगनी शिमला मिर्च)

Purple bell peppers are one of the most popular vegetables that are edible at any stage of growth. Capsicum plants are not only popular for their health benefits, but also popular for their medicinal properties. Growing capsicum in pots is very easy and interesting to see capsicum plant growth stages and capsicum flower to fruit, read this information and know everything about capsicum cultivation and when to sow capsicum seeds in India.

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About this item

• Number of Capsicum (Purple Black) Seeds: 30 Seeds
• Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
• Growing season: Throughout the year 
• Sowing method: Seedling transplant
• Germination temperature: 18-30°C
• Germination Time: 6 to 10 days 
• Harvesting: 60 to 70 days from transplanting
• Plant vigor: Strong plant with short internodes

What size grow bag is best for Capsicum?

• 12 x 12 (1 plant) (W*H)
• 15 x 12  (2 plant) (W*H)
• 15 x 15  (2 plant) (W*H)
• 18 X 15 (2 plant) (W*H)

Purple Black Capsicum Growing Season In India 

The Capsicum plant can grow throughout the year in any season. it generally prefers a temperature range of 18-30°C for optimal growth. The main growing seasons are summer (February – April), monsoon (June to July), and post-monsoon/autumn (September to October), with variations depending on local conditions.

How To Grow Purple Capsicum At Home

Purple black capsicum seeds are sown in a seedling tray and then transplanted after seed germination is the ideal method for all capsicum. Purple-black capsicum is a warm-loving plant so make sure to sow the purple-black capsicum seeds when the soil temperature is 18-30°C.

Capsicum Purple Black Seeds Sowing Method

Select a seedling tray or small-sized pot, fill it with growing medium, and spread the purple capsicum seeds on it, then cover a thin layer of soil above the seeds. Give light water or sprinkle some water through the watering sprayer. Keep the seedling tray in a warm location but do not give direct sunlight till the seeds germinate and keep the soil moist. Purple black capsicum seeds will germinate within 6-10 days (depending on growing conditions).
After germination of bell pepper purple-black seeds, when seedlings are 8-10 cm in height at that time transplant them into individual pots or grow bags and plant only 2-3 saplings per pot.

When To Fertilize Capsicum Purple Black 

• Mix any natural homemade fertilizer such as tea compost, fruit, and vegetable compost every month to increase the nutrient level in the soil.
• Avoid using too much nitrogen fertilizer because nitrogen promotes foliage and decreases fruit production.
• You can also spray Epsom salt with water which will improve the yields of plants.

Purple Bell Pepper Plant Care Tips 

Soil – You can use loose, fertile, well-drained soil for capsicum and choose moist soil during germination periods because it increases the growing speed of capsicum.
Water – On summer days, the capsicum needs regular water and during the winter or rainy season, give water once in 2-3 days.
Sunlight – Capsicum needs 6-8 hours of direct sunlight for the better growth of plants.
Temperature – The ideal Capsicum growing temperature is 21-32 degrees Celsius temperature; the maximum temperature of capsicum is 35°C and the minimum is 10°C.
Common pests and diseases – Pests such as whiteflies, aphids, and spider mites attack plants and eat their leaves. Diseases like bacterial wilt, powdery mildew, and root rot infect capsicum plants. To avoid these insects or get rid of the disease, use organic insecticide neem oil.

Purple Black Capsicum Flower To Fruit Time 

Within 40 days from transplanting, the purple capsicum plant starts flowering and the fruit should be visible within 5-10 days after pollination. Capsicum is generally a self-pollinating plant there is no need for insects or wind to pollinate.

Harvesting Of Purple Capsicum-Bell Pepper

• Purple black capsicum will be ready to harvest about 60-70 days after transplanting.
• Harvest the purple-black capsicum when they grow the full size and look firm and shiny.
• Cut the purple-black capsicum with a sharp pruning scissor.

Purple black Capsicum Special Features 

• Common names – Bell pepper and Sweet pepper
• Scientific name – Capsicum Annum
• Height – 60 - 120 cm
• Flower color – White
• Level of growing – Easy

FAQ

Why are my bell peppers flowering but no fruit?

Too hot or too cold climates cause the pepper plant to flower but produce no fruit during the plant’s bloom.

Why are my capsicum seeds not germinating?

Capsicum seeds will not germinate because of improper growing conditions like insufficient sunlight, sowing seeds too deep in the soil, overwatering, or under-watering.

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