Sweetie Blend

A multi-colored blend of the three Sweetie Peppers. Only available in a 100 seed pack.

Attributes
Item Number
V37193
Pepper Type
Miniature Sweet Cones
Color
Red, Orange, Yellow
Maturity (days from transplant)
70
Flesh
Thick
Length (inches)
2.5 - 3
Hybrid  
Yes
Year New
2016
High Tunnel  
Yes
Treatment
Standard Treatment
Canada
Yes

Growing Tips

Planting

Sow in the greenhouse 7 - 9 weeks before desired planting date. Allow plants to harden 7 days before transplanting. Plant transplants halfway between rootball and bottom leaves. This will help prevent lodging.

Planting Guidelines - Peppers
Approximate Seeds per Pound:
64,000 - 76,000
Seeding Rate per Acre by Weight:
2.2 - 2.6 oz
Seeding Rate per Acre in M (1,000):
9.1 - 12.1 M
Seeding Rate Seeds per 1,000 foot of Row:
500 - 667
Seed or Plant Spacing In Row:
18 - 24"
Seed or Plant Spacing Between Rows:
12"
Seed or Plant Spacing Depth:
.3 - .5"
Recommended Soil Temperature:
65 - 85°F
Days to Germination:
10 - 14
Management

Scout every 7 days to ensure crop development. Consult the Midwest Vegetable Production Guide or your local extension agent for identification and treatments.

Harvest

Cut or break pepper off the plant but leave at least 1” of the stem attached to the pepper.

Storage

Clean and wax peppers. Pre-cool at 45ºF. Store at 45 - 50ºF with 90 - 95% humidity; this will ensure the longest shelf life.