This thin chili pepper can grow up to 5 inches in length. It is a moderately hot pepper that ranges from 30,000 to 50,000 SHU in the Scoville scale.
Planting Information:
When and Where to Plant: Start seeds indoors in a sunny, warm location 7-8 weeks before the last spring frost. Transplant to a sunny, well drained location in the late spring after the soil has warmed. Loosen soil with a spade or fork, fertilize with vegetable food and water thoroughly. Great in containers and sunny flower beds.
Care: Keep soil moist, weed free, and feed every 4-6 weeks.
Harvesting: To avoid injuring plants, carefully cut or snap off fruits along with a short piece of stalk.
Germination Time: 14 - 21 Days
Days to Maturity: 75 - 85 Days
Planting Depth: 1/4 in.
Seed Spacing: 2 in.
Spacing Between Rows: 24 in. - 30 in.
Space After Thinning: 18 in. - 24 in.
Light Requirements: Full Sun