Capsicum-Bellpepper Mini Red Seeds

Mini red peppers are one of the most popular vegetables in India. 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. Buy the Best Quality Capsicum-Bellpepper Mini Red Seeds online at the best price from www.organicbazar.net with a High Germination rate.

About this item

• Number of Capsicum (mini Red) 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: 7 to 10 days from sowing
• 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 Inch (1 plant) (W*H)
• 15 x 12 Inch (2 plant) (W*H)
• 15 x 15 Inch (2 plant) (W*H)
• 18 X 15 Inch (2 plant) (W*H)

Mini Red Capsicum Growing Season In India 

Mini red bell pepper or capsicum is a warm-season vegetable that can be grown throughout the year in South India but the best season for sowing capsicum seeds is the summer from last February to June.

How To Grow Capsicum Mini Red From Seeds At Home

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

Best Potting Soil For Growing Capsicum

• Use potting soil with good organic matter (peat moss/coco peat, vermicompost, and perlite or sand)
• Prepare your own potting mix by adding peat moss/coco peat, vermicompost/sand, organic manure, and neem cake (neem cake will protect the plant from harmful soil diseases and pests).

Capsicum Mini Red Seeds Sowing Method 

Select a seedling tray or small size pot, fill it with growing medium, and spread the mini red 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. Mini red bell pepper seeds will germinate within 7-10 days (depending on growing conditions).

Transplanting Mini Red Capsicum Seedling Into Big Pots

After germination of bell pepper mini red seeds, when seedlings are 3-4 inches in height at that time transplant them into individual pots and plant only 2-3 saplings per pot. Choose a big pot/grow bag with well drainage holes then fill the soil in pots with any organic fertilizer or potting mix. Select the healthiest plant and then transplant them carefully without disturbing its root. Keep the pot in a sunny location where the capsicum mini red plant gets 6-8 hours of sunlight and gives water whenever you feel that the soil becomes dry.

When To Fertilize Capsicum Mini Red

• 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.

Bell Pepper Mini Red 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 – Ideal Capsicum growing temperature is 21-35 degrees Celsius temperature; the maximum temperature of capsicum is 35°C and the minimum is 10°C.
Common pests and diseases - Pests such as whitefly, aphids, and spider mites attack plants and eat their leaves. And 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.

Mini Capsicum Flower To Fruit Time 

Within 40 days from transplanting, the mini red capsicum plant starts flowering and the fruit should be visible within 5-10 days after pollination.

Harvesting Of Red Capsicum Mini

• Mini red capsicum will be ready to harvest about 60-70 days after transplanting.
• Harvest the small red color bell pepper when they grow 2 inches long and look firm and shiny.
• Cut the mini red capsicum with a sharp pruning scissor.

Mini Red Capsicum Special Features 

• Common names - Bell pepper and Sweet pepper
• Scientific name - Capsicum Annum
• Height - 3 to 6 feet
• Flower color - White
• Level of growing – Easy

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